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VCA Animal Hospitals Registered Veterinary Technician in Fort Collins, Colorado
Job Title: Relief Registered Veterinary Technician
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Company: VCA Fort Collins (AAHA-Accredited General Practice, and Urgent Care)
About Us: At VCA Fort Collins, we are dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care in a compassionate environment; We uphold the highest standards of care and service. Our team is committed to continuous improvement and the best outcomes for our patients and clients. Join us in making a difference in the lives of animals and their families!
Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Relief Registered Veterinary Technician. Our hospital offers surgery, wellness/preventative care, ultrasound, and urgent care services. Our General Practice serves the community from 8am - 6pm and our Urgent Care has doors open from 10am-8pm.
Key Responsibilities:
Proficiently capture dental and body radiographs with minimal guidance.
Safely monitor and administer anesthesia during surgical procedures.
Perform venipuncture and run in-house diagnostics efficiently.
Provide exceptional client experiences, ensuring open communication and care.
Embrace fear-free animal handling techniques and a willingness to learn new skills.
Collaborate with mobile board-certified specialists to deliver the best possible care options for our clients.
Qualifications:
Valid veterinary technician license (or eligible for licensure).
Ample experience in a veterinary setting, with a strong foundation in anesthesia, radiography, and in-house diagnostics.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in scribing medical notes for DVMS' while in the room during patient examination and client communication.
A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Mentality of contributing to the team with a positive mindset and "we can do this" mentality.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package (including by not limited to pet discounts up to 75%, 2 weeks paid vacation, generous annual CE allowance, and more)
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
Flexible scheduling with a focus on work-life balance.
Compensation:
- Is based on experience and starts at $2-$26/hr.
How to Apply: If you’re ready to elevate your career and be part of a dedicated team at VCA Fort Collins, we’d love to hear from you!
The deadline for applications has been extended to: 12/31/2024
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