Veterinary Technician: Growth, CE & Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Tuition sponsorship

License reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

VCA Columbia Animal Hospital in Columbia, MD is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our medical team. We provide compassionate care for dogs and cats and support veterinarians with skilled technical tasks in a collaborative, pet-friendly environment.

You will perform patient assessments, anesthesia monitoring, dental work, radiology, lab duties, venipuncture and catheter placement, and contribute to a positive client experience.

Qualifications

• Credentials (CVT, RVT, or LVT) required.
• Licensed veterinary technician with required credentials.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and patient assessments.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures.
• Assist in surgical preparation and intraoperative support.
• Provide dental cleanings and procedures as needed.
• Operate radiology equipment and capture diagnostic images.
• Carry out laboratory work and sample processing.
• Execute venipuncture and catheter placement.
• Assist pharmacists with medication preparation and dispensing.
• Support patient recovery and compassionate care of hospitalized animals.

Skills

CVT

RVT/LVT credential

Patient assessment

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Surgical assistance

Education

Veterinary Technician license

Tools

Radiology equipment

Dental equipment

Job description

VCA Columbia Animal Hospital in Columbia, MD is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our medical team. We provide compassionate care for dogs and cats and support veterinarians with skilled technical tasks in a collaborative, pet-friendly environment.

You will perform patient assessments, anesthesia monitoring, dental work, radiology, lab duties, venipuncture and catheter placement, and contribute to a positive client experience.