What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician position at VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo?
VCA Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Kalamazoo
We are a 24/7/365 emergency, critical care and specialty practice located in Portage, MI seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team.
Job Description:
Licensed Veterinary Technician Duties:
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Collecting patient histories & physical exams
- Venipuncture / IVC placement
- Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
- Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
- Providing compassionate care for all patients
What Makes VCA Kalamazoo Unique?
Our hospital leadership team is compassionate and dedicated to your success. With a true team of experienced professionals, attainment in the pursuit of your career goals is our passion. We pride ourselves on practicing gold standard medicine and patient care directed by our Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care (VTS ECC), and an onsite technician trainer is here for additional support in your skill development.
The Benefits Continue to Grow:
- Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)
- Hefty discounts to VetGirl, and Fear Free Certification
- Free NAVTA membership
- $750 CE allowance for credentialed associates
- Licensure tuition support and scholarships
- LVT license reimbursement
- Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life, long and short term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Infertility Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k)
- Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. In this position you will be supporting our Doctors team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600 boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
Salary : $22 - $33
