• Veterinary Technician

    VCA Animal Hospitals (Woodland Hills, CA)


    VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley is growing! We are adding experienced and knowledgeable ER RVTs to our team as gear up to extend our hours back to 24/7 after updating and remodeling our beautiful fully equipped facility!

     

    **Compensation** : $ 30 – $ 45 / hr

    *DOE, education and credentials.

    **Schedule :** All shifts available (shift differentials for swing and overnight)

     

    At VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley (VCA VSV), we offer emergency, critical and urgent care for dogs and cats, as well as internal medicine, neurology, oncology and surgery services. We work closely with local veterinarians to provide comprehensive, specialty-level veterinary care for pets. Our veterinarians and board certified specialists are dedicated to providing you and your pet with the same level of skilled, compassionate care they insist on for their own pets.

    Benefits of joining the VCA AVCC Team:

    We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

    Health & Well-being:

    + **Mental Health:** Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.

    + **Full Healthcare:** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.

    + **Paid Time Off:** Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.

    + **Financial Support:** 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term.

    + **Protection:** Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

    + **Perks:** Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

    Professional Development:

    + **Education:** Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.

    + **Latest Tech & Innovation:** Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

    + **Sponsorships:** Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

    + **Discounts:** Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.

    + **Freebies:** Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.

    + **Programs:** Leadership development and mentorship programs.

    Additional Benefits:

    + **Retirement:** 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

    + **Full Coverage:** 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.

    + **Pet Care Perks:** Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

    + **Advisory Services:** Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.

    + **Legal Resources:** Access to legal resources for common legal services.

    + **Transfer Opportunities:** Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

    **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** :

    • Venipuncture

    • Catheter placement

    • Radiology

    • Anesthesia monitoring

    • Physical examinations and patient assessment

    • Surgical preparation and assisting

    • Dentistry

    • Laboratory work

    • Pharmacy

    • Patient recovery

    • Compassionate care for hospitalized patients

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Must have documented previous experience

    • Hold a current RVT license

    • Must have surgery experience

    • Flexibility in hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays

    • Customer service skills

    • Working knowledge of computers

    • Excellent communications skills

    • Capable of being cross-trained as receptionist and kennel assistant

    • Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments

     

    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