Veterinary Technician

At VCA, we know that we could not have grown into the company we are today without all of our hardworking, talented Associates!  We value all our Associates and we want you to stick around. Career growth and professional development is important, so we want to provide you with opportunities to take on new and exciting roles within VCA!  

Take a look at the new openings and apply to those that you feel suit you best!  Thanks for interest in continuing your career with VCA!

Why Join the VCA Yorba Regional Animal Hospital Family?

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, AAHA-accredited practice in Anaheim, California. We are passionate about supporting all veterinary careers 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 Assistant 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 team!

• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload.
• You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.

Location: 8290 E Crystal Dr, Anaheim, CA 92807

Compensation $19.00 - $29.00.  $4 differential from 10 PM to 6 AM

Schedule:  Alternative work week (Four 10 hour shifts), day and swing shifts available, 1 weekend day required

Why We Want You!

We are looking for a Veterinary assistant to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas and cultures who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.

Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced Technician looking for a change, a new beginning at VCA means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.

. 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

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
• 401(k) Savings Plan with corporate match 
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Paid short- and long-term disability, including maternity leave
• Generous discount on up to four personal pets, including free vaccines, and multiple feeding options programs
• Discounts at sister hospitals (non-home hospital) 20-50%
• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Paid vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and bereavement leave.
• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.

Apply Today!

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.