VCA Colonial Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency Medicine team full time.

We are a hybrid hospital and proud to be one of the premier providers of primary, specialty and emergency care located in the heart of the beautiful Finger Lakes region in Upstate New York. Meaning, you have the opportunity to not only practice advanced and progressive medicine, but you will also have the opportunity for puppy kisses and kitten snuggles on the daily.

Our 17 doctor hospital serves our clients 24/7/365. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about providing advanced care and management of patients in a specialty setting. We not only have a VTS in anesthesia and analgesia, and a VTS in emergency and critical care on site, but an incredible leadership team to support you in your career journey. This is a wonderful opportunity for a Veterinary Technician who desires a challenge and the opportunity to grow and contribute with a collaborative team. We value exceptional client care and professionalism and are seeking like-minded individuals.

Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.

https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5

Licensed Veterinary Technician Duties Include

Physical examinations and patient assessmentPatient managementIV fluid administration/ CRI/Drug calculationHands Free RadiologyAnesthesia patient careDiagnostic imaging to include CTMedical RecordkeepingClient education and communication

Potential Schedule:     Swing Shift & Weekend

Compensation: $24 – 30 / hour dependent on licensure, experience and skill set.

What Makes VCA Colonial Unique?

               Get ready to join a hospital that has the friendliest family feel yet! The symbol of Colonial AH has always been the pineapple.  A symbol of warm welcomes, hospitality, and celebration. 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.  As a team, we often have pot luck lunches, weekend group hikes, and don’t forget our annual holiday cookie competition that is out of this world!

               VCA Colonial is supported by a leadership team that is committed to your success. They are happy to help you succeed in reaching your goals, whether that be passing your VTNE and gaining licensure, collecting a caseload to obtain your VTS, or providing leadership training if you are on a supervisory path.

Why Join The VCA Colonial Family?

How about the opportunity to learn from multiple Veterinary Technician Specialists!  In addition We are passionate about supporting Technicians and are committed to your personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Technician career has to offer. We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Have I mentioned the glee club, monthly karaoke night, as well as community garden plant sharing day?  VCA Colonial truly is the essence of community and compassionate care.

The benefits continue to grow:

Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityFree NAVTA Membership & RECOVER TrainingDiscounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirlGrowth & leadership opportunitiesMedical, Dental & VisionCareer development programsVeterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships$750 continuing education funds for credentialed associatesVeterinary Technician license reimbursementGenerous hospital discounts and product discountsEmployer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insuranceVTS Path financial, and mentorship supportPaid vacation and sick timePaid parental leaveFree mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)Referral bonusesInfertility benefitsCompetitive wage401(k)Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio

Why You Should Consider Us

               This role is suited for the experienced licensed tech, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

              

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

We look forward to getting to know you!

Location:

2369 N Triphammer Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
United States of America, Ithaca, NY 14850

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