Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Continuing Education allowance

Job summary

VCA Companion Animal Medical Center in Carmel, IN is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to provide hands-on care, monitor anesthesia, and support diagnostic and surgical services. The role requires CVT/RVT/LVT credentials and strong client communication skills.

You will join a busy 5-doctor practice offering a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative team culture focused on learning and growth.

Qualifications

• CVT/RVT/LVT credential required or equivalent.
• Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery.
• Experience with hospital record-keeping and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care: restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring.
• Run and interpret in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams).
• Assist with dental care, radiographs, and soft tissue/surgical procedures.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Medical records

Education

Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT)

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician at VCA Companion Animal Medical Center

Compensation: $22–25/hour, pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Schedule: Full-time, 4 x 10-hour days.

About Us

VCA Companion Animal Medical Center is a 5-doctor practice dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets and the people who love them. Our services include wellness care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education. We are proud of our positive team culture where collaboration, support, and continued learning are valued every day.

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands-on patient care: restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, and anesthesia monitoring
• Run and interpret in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams)
• Assist with dental care, dental radiographs, and soft tissue/general surgery
• Support digital radiology and other advanced diagnostic services
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Educate clients on preventive care, CareClub® wellness plans, and home care
• Maintain accurate medical records

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health
• Financial wellness tools including Vault
• Continuing Education allowance and PTO
• WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs

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What You Bring

• Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT)
• Comfort with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery

Your Next Career Step Starts Here

Whether you’re ready to grow your skills, advance your career, or join a hospital that values mentorship and teamwork, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you.

1455 S. Rangeline Road, Carmel, IN 46032

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com