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Veterinary Technician

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Westerville, OH
20-24 Hourly
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Westerville, OH
20-24 Hourly
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Provides veterinary patient care under veterinarian supervision, including surgical and anesthesia support, dental cleanings, radiographs, medication administration, sample collection, in-house diagnostics, catheter placement, treatments, and client education. The full-time role includes rotating Saturdays and is based at VCA Westerville East Animal Hospital in Westerville, Ohio.
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Registered Veterinary Technician at VCA Westerville East Animal Hospital

Schedule: Full-time opportunity with rotating Saturdays.

About Our Hospital 

VCA Westerville East Animal Hospital prides itself in providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client service.

About VCA 

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them. 

The Role 

As a Registered 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 

  • Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery  

  • Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs  

  • Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments  

  • Collect samples and run in-house diagnostics  

  • Place catheters and support patient treatments  

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

Compensation  

$20 - 24 /hour  
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials. 

 

Total Rewards 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.  

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

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

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

  • Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. 

 

 

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. 

Location: 6283 S Sunbury Rd, Westerville, OH 43081

 

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 - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

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