If you are a hardworking individual looking to join a team of like-minded people with a passion for excellence in veterinary medicine VCA Los Altos Animal Hospital is for you!

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Lead to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals at our fast-paced multi-doctor practice located in Long Beach. Our practice provides high-quality care to our patients with a positive, team-oriented work environment.

The ideal candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. As Technician Lead you will work with members of the Hospital Leadership team on the development, mentorship and retention of the other Veterinary Technicians and Assistants in your department.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Fluent in English (reading, writing and oral)
• 3-5 years of clinical experience
• Certification required
• Dentistry skills including extractions
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Skills and Abilities
  • Takes initiative, works independently, exhibits strong decision making skills and exercises good judgement
  • Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, collaboration and teamwork skills
  • Demonstrates accountability and dependability
  • Able to maintain composure in stressful and emergency situations
  • Understanding of protocol management and implementation
  • Attention to detail
  • Assist in resolving conflicts in a professional manner
  • Ensure that VCA polices, guidelines, and recommendations are implemented by all members of the technical staff.

• Hospital Support
  • Ensure a smooth workflow and direct team members as needed to ensure that we provide excellent patient care in a timely manner
  • Responsible for creating and releasing the Technician department schedule in a timely manner
  • Responsible for taking part in Technician department meetings
  • Order and maintain the appropriate inventory of medical supplies for the hospital, including Controlled Substances

• Training
  • Mentor technicians within the department and help to grow their skills thru firsthand experience the goal of improving overall patient care
  • Engage in solution-focused discussions to promote support staff input and collaboration
  • Help with the interview process for potential new hires and onboarding of new associates

• Retention
  • Foster enthusiasm for learning and career growth in all staff
  • Foster an inclusive, collaborative and respectful team culture

Why We Need You

As a member of our team your mission will be to provide each patient with superb care and win the confidence of our pet parents by delivering an outstanding client experience so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals.

You’ve worked hard for your credentialing and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in! The skills that you will be utilizing on a daily basis include, but are not limited to:

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry including extractions
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients
• Maintaining a clean and well-organized treatment area

Why You Should Consider Us

At VCA your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth:

• Enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload
• Employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools
• Tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors – including 600+ boarded specialists
• Sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques!
• Growth and leadership opportunities available

Benefits

• Salary range is hourly depending on experience and skill level and can vary from $25.00 to $29.50 per hour
• Vacation and Sick accrual
• Holiday pay
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(K) plan
• Annual CE budget

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find 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

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.