What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary technician position at VCA?
VCA Knapp’s Corner Animal hospital is seeking a dedicated Relief Licensed Veterinary Technician to support our brand-new hospital in Grand Rapids, MI.
Our hospital offers a unique approach to veterinary care by providing top-notch patient care while maintaining a client-centered focus.
Our team is dedicated to delivering outstanding care to pets and fostering meaningful relationships with pet owners. Does this sound like something you’d like to be a part of?
You may also contact Hospital Manager, Britt Wilson, at for more information!)
Location : 2078 EBeltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Compensation : $ 22 - $ 27 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
Schedule : Flexible. Starting hours for hospital operations will be Monday Friday 8 : 00 am 5 : 00 pm (Saturdays TBD), with the goal of expanding our availability to the community as much as possible as we grow.
Skills : The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to :
Physical examinations and patient assessment
Anesthesia monitoring
Surgical preparation and assisting
Dentistry
Radiology
Laboratory work
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Pharmacy
Patient recovery
Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience in a general practice or emergency setting preferred
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to jump in as needed and collaborate in a team-oriented environment
Comfortable asking for help and clarification when needed and eagerness to learn
Possess high attention to detail
Apply today or send your resume to !
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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
Last updated : 2024-11-03
Salary : $22 - $27