What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary technician position at VCA?
Join The VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital Team!
VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited , multi-doctor practice in Vancouver, Washington. Our hospital has been serving the Vancouver and Portland metro community for over 30 years.
We believe in providing the best possible care to our patients. One of our strengths is our commitment to education to both our clients and our associates.
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Our team members are all Fear Free Certified . We are looking for an individual that is like-minded and cares about the wellbeing of our patients.
We are made up of devoted team players who thrive in a collaborative environment and are invested in the success of the entire team.
We take enormous pride in our ability to listen and speak to clients and are service-minded professionals who are energized by the gratitude of others and the satisfaction of a job done right.
What You'll Do As A Veterinary Technician Assistant :
- Provide quality patient care while maintaining a Fear Free approach
- Proficient in blood draws, IV catheter placement and maintenance
- Diagnostic and Lab Procedures
- Administering vaccinations, SQ fluids and other medications
- Patient restraint during examinations, injections, treatments, induction etc.
- Maintain hospital cleanliness and supplies stocked
Compensation : $20-23 / Hourly. Depending on experience.
Schedule : Full-time with flexible schedule, 4 x 10 hour shifts.
Benefits Provided to You!
- 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
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space and Lyra Health)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k)
THE LOCATION : 416 NE 112th AVE, Vancouver, WA 98684
Vancouver, Washington is located on the north bank of the Columbia River and is the largest suburb of Portland, Oregon. We are surrounded by gorgeous green, mountains and wildlife, and close to the mountains and coast! Nearby Portland, Oregon is a great city to explore with amazing food, breweries, music, outdoor activities, galleries and museums, parks, local produce and maker markets, sports and more!
Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive Team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!
If you are a current associate, you 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
Last updated : 2024-05-20
Salary : $20
