Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Creekside Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVMT) to join their team in Murfreesboro, TN. This full-time position involves assisting in surgeries, performing diagnostics, and providing patient care. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting both professional growth and personal well-being.

Benefits

Continuing Education allowance

Health insurance options

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT).
• Experience with surgical procedures and patient assessments is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring.
• Perform dental cleanings and administer medications.
• Conduct physical exams and maintain medical records.

Skills

Patient care

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental cleanings

Administering medications

Diagnostic lab tests

Education

Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician

Job description

VCA Creekside Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician ( LVMT) to join our team!

Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10s with rotating Saturdays.

What You'll Do:
As a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician, you'll play a vital role in patient care and hospital operations. Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting in surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care

• Performing dental cleanings and radiographs

• Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments

• Conducting physical exams and patient assessments

• Placing IV catheters and performing venipuncture

• Running diagnostic lab tests and capturing imaging

• Maintaining accurate medical records and creating detailed discharge instructions

• Supporting pharmacy operations and ensuring sterile protocols

Benefits of Joining our Team:

At VCA, you will enjoy an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Benefits include:

Career Support

• Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
• Advancement and leadership opportunities
• Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians ($750/yr, $1000/yr for VTSs)
• Internal CE and development opportunities
• Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
• Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more

Health & Well Being

• Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
• Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
• Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
• Access to Headspace app
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
• Growing network of onsite social workers

Other Perks

• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
• Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships

About our Hospital:

At VCA Creekside Animal Hospital, we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pets and their families.

Apply today and help us shape the future of veterinary care—one patient at a time.

Location: 1062 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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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.