Veterinary Technician

Pet Services of Michigan, P.C.; Oshtemo Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

Infertility and gender affirmation

Headspace and Lyra Health resources

CE allowance and PTO

WOOF University CE opportunities

Job summary

VCA Oshtemo Animal Hospital is expanding its Patient Care Team and seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician. The role focuses on assisting with surgeries, dental work, diagnostics, and client education to support high-quality pet care.

We value strong clinical skills, teamwork, and a commitment to compassionate service in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) or VTNE eligible.
• Strong technical and clinical skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
• Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics.
• Place catheters and support patient treatments.
• Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT eligible

Strong clinical skills

Fast-paced work ability

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) or VTNE eligible

Job description

Location: 6303 Parkview Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

VCA Oshtemo Animal Hospital is expanding our Patient Care Team and seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician!

About VCA Oshtemo Animal Hospital

At VCA Oshtemo Animal Hospital, we help pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. We are a five-doctor small animal hospital that offers preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education while maintaining a welcoming, supportive workplace where everyone can succeed.

The Role

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments
• Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics
• Place catheters and support patient treatments
• Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE
• Strong technical and clinical skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care

Total Rewards

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

Compensation $20.00 – $25.00/hour Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Health & Well-being

• 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
• Professional Development Continuing Education allowance and PTO
• WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs
• Discover Additional Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Company Culture

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.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.

The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.