Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Professional liability coverage

CE allowance

Pet Discounts

Mentorship & Leadership development

VTNE sponsorships

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

VCA Shelden Animal Hospital in Louisville, KY is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to provide high-quality nursing care and patient monitoring in a fast-paced hospital. You’ll assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures, support surgeries and anesthesia, perform dentals and radiographs, educate clients, and maintain precise medical records.

The role offers strong leadership support, on-going learning, a broad case mix, and generous benefits; join a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician or equivalent experience
• Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and patient monitoring
• Assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Support surgical and anesthetic procedures as needed
• Dentals and dental radiographs
• Educate and communicate effectively with clients
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital environment

Skills

Animal Nursing

Patient Monitoring

Client Education

Job description

At VCA Shelden Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional patient care starts with an engaged, supported team. We’re committed to creating an environment where our team can thrive while providing the highest quality care to our patients and their families.

We are seeking a Veterinary Technician who is passionate about veterinary medicine, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to continue growing their skills alongside a supportive and knowledgeable team. If you love learning, teamwork, and making a real impact, we would love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, collaborative, and skilled team culture
• Exposure to a wide variety of cases
• Strong leadership support and structured onboarding
• Commitment to work-life balance and team well‑being

What You’ll Do:

• Provide high-quality nursing care and patient monitoring
• Assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Support surgical and anesthetic procedures as needed
• Dentals and dental radiographs
• Educate and communicate effectively with clients
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital environment
• Plus more!

Why VCA Shelden Animal Hospital?

We are an AAHA-accredited hospital with Fear Free Professionals known for our welcoming culture, collaborative environment, and commitment to exceptional patient care.

We offer a wide range of services, including dentistry, ultrasound, digital radiology, soft tissue surgery, and comprehensive wellness care, giving technicians excellent exposure to diverse cases and hands‑on learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
• Discounts: Discounted Low‑Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat‑Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

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!

Schedule

Full- time opportunity, 4 x 10 hour shifts with rotating Saturdays.

Compensation

$20 - 25/hr and the starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field.

Location

6017 Bardstown Road Louisville, KY 40291

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