Seeking a Veterinary Technician!
At VCA Kirkwood Animal Hospital, we are looking to add a full time Veterinary Technician to the medical team! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There is something special about you and we are excited to learn more! If you like working as a team to help improve the health and wellbeing for animals and helping to educate pet parents about their pet, this could be a wonderful job for you.
Why join VCA Kirkwood?
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 opportunitiesCareer development programsOpportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesContinuing education allowanceTuition support and sponsorshipsVeterinary Technician license reimbursementFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesCompetitive wageMedical, dental & vision insuranceGenerous pet care discountsLife, long and short-term disability insurancePaid parental leavePaid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time401(k)Full-time and Part-time positions availableWhy We Want You!
As a member of VCA Kirkwood, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility preferred.Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented.”Excellent communications skills.Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job.Telephone and computer skills are necessary.Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept changeHigh School Diploma & Active Veterinary Technician LicenseMust be flexible with work schedule and available to work some Saturdays.
Pay Ranges from $22.00-$27.00 per hour depending on previous experience and skillset.
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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.