Veterinary Technician
About VCA
VCA is dedicated to providing top-tier veterinary care while supporting its staff. With over 1,000 hospitals across the country, VCA combines advanced medical expertise with a compassionate, community-oriented approach. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, VCA is committed to helping its teams grow and making a positive impact on pets and their owners.
About VCA Associates in Pet Care Animal Hospital
This full-service, AAHA-accredited practice is dedicated to providing high-quality care to companion animals in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our team is passionate about patient care, client education, and ongoing learning, fostering a culture where veterinary technicians can grow their skills and advance their careers.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
- Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments
- Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics
- Place catheters and support patient treatments
- Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up
Qualifications
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or eligible to transfer state license (LVT, RVT, LVMT)
- Commitment to high-quality patient care
Compensation
Pay range is $20 - 26/hr and is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
Schedule
Full-time opportunity. 4 x 10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays. Total Rewards: As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 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 disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
- Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
- Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance and PTO for 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.
- Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
- Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
- Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
- Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
Apply Today
If you're looking to grow your career and fully utilize your technical skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to connect with you. Location: 918 W Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189. 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. For a complete EEO statement, please see our career page at vcacareers.com.