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VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary Technician - Surgery in United States
Are you a dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) who has poured your heart and soul into your credentials? Do you dream of working alongside a team of exceptional veterinary professionals in a cutting-edge medical facility that values learning, collaboration, and growth? If so, VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center wants YOU!
Why Choose VCA SouthPaws:
Competitive Compensation: LVTs at SouthPaws earn $30.00-$43.00 per hour, dependent on experience.
Continuing Education: Enjoy an annual allowance of $750 for continuing education to keep your skills sharp and your knowledge up-to-date.
Work Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week, plus four to six on-call shifts per month
Signing Bonus: New to VCA? We're offering a generous signing bonus to welcome you to our team!
Exceptional Benefits: At VCA Animal Hospitals, we deeply care about our associates' well-being. Our benefits include:
Free subscription to the Headspace app (meditation and sleep support)
Free mental health support through programs like the Cigna Life Assistance Program and Modern Health (therapy, counseling & life coaching)
60 days free access to Alo Moves (yoga, fitness & meditation)
Generous hospital discounts for your personal pets
401(k) with matching
Multiple, flexible health insurance options
HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA account options
Dental & Vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Paid time off
Employer-paid Short Term Disability insurance with Long Term Disability options.
Employer-paid basic life insurance with supplemental life and AD&D options
Identity monitoring and protection
Legal counseling and services
Paid yearly NAVTA membership, Dove membership & state license renewal
Four sets of scrubs per year
Comprehensive online library of free CE, training & job support webinars through WOOF U, VCA's online training tool
Scholarships and discounts for educational offerings for eligible associates.
Desired Qualifications:
Proven track record of exceptional patient care and advocacy
Comfortable with monitoring anesthesia, taking radiographs, venipuncture, effective patient monitoring, and medication administration
Articulate, dependable, hardworking, compassionate, and flexible with scheduling
Strong communication skills with clients and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
To learn more about what it means to be a veterinary technician with VCA, watch our 3-minute video: VCA Veterinary Technician Video (https://vimeo.com/758023583/d660eefdaf)
At VCA, we are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create an environment where a diverse group of talented people do their best work.
Ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with us? Apply now and be part of our dedicated team at VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center in Fairfax, VA.
We can't wait to meet you!