Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Pet discounts

Education sponsorship

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley is seeking an experienced ER Veterinary Technician to join our team as we return to 24/7 hours after remodeling. Location: 22123 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364.

Schedule: Wed–Sat, day and swing shifts; $28–$35/hr DOE with a $2,000 hiring bonus (half at 90 days, half at 1 year). We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, 401(k), and generous pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have documented previous experience in emergency veterinary care.
• RVT license eligibility is preferred.
• Emergency experience is required.
• Flexibility in hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work with computers and clinic software.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgery.
• Prepare and assist with procedures and radiology.
• Venipuncture and catheter placement.
• Assist in pharmacy duties and patient recovery.
• Communicate with clients compassionately.

Skills

Emergency experience

Experience in ER veterinary setting

Customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Computer proficiency

Flexible hours

Team player

RVT license eligibility

Cross-trained as receptionist/kennel

Job description

VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley is growing! We are adding an experienced and knowledgeable ER Veterinary Technician to our team as we gear up to extend our hours back to 24/7 after updating and remodeling our beautiful, fully equipped facility!

Location: 22123 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Hiring Bonus: $2,000 for qualified candidates 1/2 at 90 days and 1/2 at 1 year

Compensation: $ 28 - $ 35 / hr. *DOE, education, and credentials.

Shift differential: two dollars/hr. depending on the shift from 7 pm - 7 am

Schedule: Wednesday through Saturday, Day and Swing Shifts available

At VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV), we offer emergency, critical, and urgent care for dogs and cats, as well as internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and surgery services. We work closely with local veterinarians to provide comprehensive, specialty-level veterinary care for pets. Our veterinarians and board-certified specialists are dedicated to providing you and your pet with the same level of skilled, compassionate care they insist on for their pets.

Benefits of joining the VCA VSV Team

• Health & Well-being:
  • 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.
  • Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
• Professional Development:
  • 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.
• Additional Benefits:
  • 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.
  • Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
  • Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
  • Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Radiology Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Client Communication
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have documented previous experience
• RVT license eligibility is preferred
• Must have emergency experience
• Flexibility in hours, including but not limited to evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Customer service skills
• Working knowledge of computers
• Excellent communication skills
• Capable of being cross-trained as a receptionist and kennel assistant
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments

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.

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.