Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Position at VCA Northwood Animal Hospital

VCA Northwood Animal Hospital is growing our Patient Care Team and seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated and compassionate team.

Compensation: $22.00 $27.00/hour. Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

Schedule: Full-time, 4 x 10 hour shifts with rotating Saturdays.

About Our Hospital

At VCA Northwood Animal Hospital, we're dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. Our team delivers exceptional medical care while creating a positive, supportive experience for every pet and their owner.

About VCA Animal Hospitals

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we're passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we're committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an essential role in patient care and client experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys hands-on nursing care, teamwork, and continuing to grow their skills in a supportive environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and procedures
• Obtain patient histories and monitor hospitalized patients
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at-home care
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care

What We're Looking For

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE
• Strong technical skills or desire to continue developing clinical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Passion for patient care and client service
• Lifelong learners who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Total Rewards

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

• 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
• Continuing Education allowance and PTO
• WOOF University extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs

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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. We'd love to meet youapply today.

Address: 3681 Middle Urbana Rd, Springfield, OH 45502

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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.