Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Urgent Care Join the VCA Animal Hospitals Urgent Care

• Northwest San Antonio Team! Location: 9710 State Highway 151, Suite 105, San Antonio, TX 78251 We value your time and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application today. VCA Animal Hospitals Urgent Care
• Northwest San Antonio is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician for our Urgent Care department. Working in our Urgent Care Department you will utilize all the knowledge you have worked so hard to master, while continuing to expand your skillset. We provide same-day and next-day appointments to existing and new clients in the Silverdale, WA region. This is not your typical preventative care visit. Cases will be diverse and require in-hospital diagnostics, treatments, and follow-up care. The ideal candidate will love variety and be adaptable to an ever-changing case load. We are offering a competitive wage, 2-weeks paid vacation, continuing education benefits, and professional development. Relocation assistance available to the right candidate. Required qualification: Licensed Veterinary Technician in Texas or eligible to become LVT within 6 months of hiring. Why We Want You! As a member of the VCA Animal Hospitals Urgent Care
• Northwest San Antonio Team, you will support Technician and 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 utilizing include, but are not limited to: Collect patient histories and review referral medical records for pertinent information Perform physical exams and report results to doctor Place and maintain intravenous catheters Working knowledge of radiation safety Perform radiographs and other diagnostic imaging as ordered Obtain laboratory samples via venipuncture, cystocentesis, and fecal collection Perform in-hospital laboratory diagnostics including fecals, urinalysis, differentials, and cytologies Process lab samples utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipment Ability to calculate drug dosages accurately Manage client invoices (PVL) and charge for urgent care services appropriately Maintain accurate and complete medical records Maintain a clean work environment to include following any infectious disease protocols, handle medical/biomedical, and infectious waste appropriately Why Join the VCA Animal Hospitals Urgent Care
• Northwest San Antonio 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. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA Central Kitsap team! Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Leadership opportunities Career development programs Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Continuing education allowance Tuition support and sponsorships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous pet care discounts Life, long and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation and sick time 401(k) Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you! If you are a current associate, you 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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.

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