Veterinary Technician – Emergency Skills & Growth

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Lyra mental health support

Headspace app access

Employer-paid disability insurance

Paid vacation & sick leave

Paid parental leave

Fertility coverage

401(k) with company match

Pet discounts

Tuition assistance and CE support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital in Montgomery, AL is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician. The role includes patient care, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, dentistry support, radiology, and lab work, with a competitive hourly pay range of $18–$21.

We offer extensive benefits and opportunities for continuing education as part of the VCA network. Join a 24-hour emergency and referral hospital with a broad service scope, including oncology, internal medicine, and critical care.

Qualifications

• Assist veterinarians in wellness and emergency care.
• Perform basic clinical tasks under supervision.
• Support anesthesia, surgical prep, and recovery.
• Assist with dentistry, radiology, and lab work.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring during procedures
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry support
• Radiology imaging and safety
• Laboratory testing and sample handling
• Venipuncture for IV medications and blood draws
• Catheter placement and IV line maintenance
• Pharmacy support for medications
• Patient recovery and monitoring
• Compassionate care of hospitalized animals

Skills

Patient care

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Surgical assistance

Radiology

Laboratory work

Job description

VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital in Montgomery, AL is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician. The role includes patient care, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, dentistry support, radiology, and lab work, with a competitive hourly pay range of $18–$21.

We offer extensive benefits and opportunities for continuing education as part of the VCA network. Join a 24-hour emergency and referral hospital with a broad service scope, including oncology, internal medicine, and critical care.