Veterinary Technician

Full-time Veterinary Technician at VCA Heritage Animal Hospital

About Our Hospital 

At VCA Heritage Animal Hospital  you’ll join a 5-doctor team that focuses on providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education.

The Role 

As a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians to support a variety of medical procedures while helping guide clients through their pet’s care with confidence and compassion. 

What You’ll Do 

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  Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery  

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  Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs  

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  Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments  

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  Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics  

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  Place catheters and support patient treatments  

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  Educate clients on care plans, medications, and follow-up 

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What We’re Looking For 

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  Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE  

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  Strong technical and clinical skills  

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  Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment  

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  Excellent communication and teamwork skills  

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  Commitment to high-quality patient care 

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Why You’ll Love Working Here 

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  Strong technician utilization—use your full skillset  

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  Supportive and collaborative team  

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  Opportunities for continued learning and career growth 

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Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts 

Compensation: $ 21 - 23/hr and pay is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.  

Total Rewards 

 As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:  

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

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

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

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  Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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  Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.  

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

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

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

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  Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 

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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.