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VCA Animal Hospitals

Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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VCA Animal Hospitals . Location: 9201 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228 Compensation: $24-$28/hr VCA Pet's First Animal Hospital is looking to add full-time veterinary technician team members to our medical team. We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. Our AAHA accredited hospital has served the Richmond, VA area with compassionate veterinary care for many years. Teamwork is constant in our daily practice, and our team is dedicated to make it their mission to help pets live long healthy lives. To be true to this mission, we rely on teamwork and we are seeking a like-minded professional. Why join the VCA Pet's First?

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team: Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Leadership opportunities Career development programs Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Continuing education allowance Tuition support and sponsorships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Free mental health and wellness subscriptions Referral bonuses Competitive wage Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous pet care discounts Life, long and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation and sick time 401(k) Full-time and Part-time positions available Responsibilities

Support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients Physical examinations and patient assessment Anesthesia monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Dentistry Radiology Laboratory work Venipuncture Catheter placement Pharmacy Patient recovery Compassionate care of hospitalized animals Qualifications

Credentials: CVT, RVT, or LVT To apply, you should have completed relevant veterinary technician training and be prepared to contribute to a team-oriented practice Benefits and Additional Information

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee discounts on pet care, and more. The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to revise the job description as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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