Are you a Veterinary Technician who likes to puzzle solve? Internal Medicine would be the perfect place for you!  

 

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is looking to expand its Internal Medicine service and is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician to join their team!  

Being an Internal Medicine Technician: 

 Our IM Technicians better understand body systems and the disease process, learn advanced diagnostic testing, provide excellent patient care, and treat patients with cutting-edge techniques. The responsibilities of the Technicians and Veterinary Assistants are to provide support to the Internists and to be part of a collaborative environment to provide thorough patient care. Our Technicians are a vital reason we can help patients feel better and why pet parents feel a little more at ease because their family members are being cared for with great medicine and warm hearts. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians in performing advanced diagnostic procedures such as endoscopy, ultrasound, CT scans, and bronchoscopyAdminister medications and IV fluids, including specialized treatments (chemotherapy, TPN, etc.)Monitor anesthesia and recover patients following proceduresPerform phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and other technical skillsPrepare and maintain equipment for advanced diagnostic proceduresProvide compassionate client communication and education regarding patient care and treatment plansMaintain accurate patient records in compliance with hospital protocolsEnsure a clean, safe, and organized work environmentCollaborate with other departments to ensure continuity of patient care

 

Schedule: Full-time , 4 x 10 hours.

Compensation:

Pay range is $ 25 - 32 / hr and is based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. 

Qualifications:

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNEStrong technical skills, including venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, and radiologyAbility to multitask and work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and client service skillsA passion for patient care and a commitment to teamwork

 

Benefits of joining the VCA Aurora 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 

Onsite Social Worker to support clients and employees 

CE allowance

Tuition support and sponsorships 

Vet Tech license reimbursement 

Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and Lyra Health) 

Referral bonuses 

Competitive wage 

Medical, dental & vision insurance 

Life, long and short term disability insurance included 

Paid parental leave 

Paid vacation and sick time 

401(k) with corporate match  

 

 

Whether you are a highly experienced technician or a newcomer to specialty veterinary medicine, apply today! We look forward to meeting you! 

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