Licensed Veterinary Technician

Company: VCA
Location: Redmond
Posted on: May 20, 2023

Job Description:

VCA Redwood Animal Hospital located in Redmond WA is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their 6-Doctor General Practice!We need a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide excellent patient care with a focus on wellness, dentistry, and client education. We would ideally like an experienced LVT with a passion for dentistry but are open to a new grad with a desire to learn! A competitive wage, 2 weeks of paid vacation, CE benefits, and professional development are offered. Must have a current veterinary technician license in the state of Washington or be eligible to transfer/obtain a license in Washington.Schedule: Full-time opportunity. Flexible scheduling. 4/10's or 5/8's with evening hours Mon-Fri and rotating Saturdays. Closed Sundays and Holidays.Compensation: $23 - 30 / hour.Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.Location: 16390 NE 87th St, Redmond, WA 98052What makes VCA Redwood Unique?We are a well-established companion animal practice that is moving toward more comprehensive care for our patients, first exams through senior care. For us, this shows with our partnership with our clients and our continual work to expand our services to better meet the needs of each life stage of our patients. We currently offer ultrasound and endoscopy services, partner with local specialists to provide advanced ultrasound, cardiac, and surgical services on-site, and are in the process of becoming AAHA certified. Many of our staff are also Fear Free and AAFP certified.We welcome input and ideas from others to strengthen our patient care. Staff care is hugely important to us as well, and drives many of our decisions as a hospital. We are a collaborative team who values the thoughts of others and aims to support our team in achieving meaningful goals while knowing they are cared for and genuinely valued.At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are looking to add full-time team members to our hospital! 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!Benefits of joining the VCA Redwood Team!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. At VCA, 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. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates (part-time benefits may vary)!Competitive wagesPaid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year), sick time, and holiday payFree mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesMedical, dental & vision insurance for you and your familyHealth saving account, and Flexible spending accountGenerous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, Hills, and moreLife, long, and short-term disability insurance (company paid)Paid parental leave for new parents401(k) (company match)Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityOpportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA, Mars, and other divisions of MarsDedicated onboarding and development supportAssociate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groupsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesFree Continuing Education through our online WoofUTuition support and sponsorshipsWhy We Want You!As a member of the VCA Redwood team, you will support 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've worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilized include, but are not limited to:Physical examinations and patient assessmentAnesthesia monitoringSurgical preparation and assistingDentistryRadiologyLaboratory workVenipunctureCatheter placementPharmacyPatient recoveryCompassionate care of our hospitalized animalsApply Today! We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy mobile-friendly application process. We look forward to speaking with you!If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find 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

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