Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals

Last Updated: 10/23/2025 12:46:31 AM

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Current Days Open
77
Reqs Seen
5
Current Min Salary
$20.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$24.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
47
First Seen
8/8/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$20.00 (Hourly)
4/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$27.00 (Hourly)
4/21/2026

Full Job Description

Veterinary Technician VCA Knapps Corner Animal Hospital Grand Rapids, MI Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact? Join our vibrant and expanding 4-doctor practice at VCA Knapps Corner Animal Hospital, where were building something truly special! Since opening in October 2024, weve quickly become a trusted resource for exceptional veterinary care in the Grand Rapids community. Our team is known for its positive, supportive culture and commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine. Were still growingand that means opportunities for you to grow, too. Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative, upbeat team that genuinely enjoys working together Thrive in a modern, well-equipped facility designed with both pets and people in mind Explore career development opportunities as our hospital continues to expand Make a difference in a workplace that values compassion, communication, and continuous learning Location: 2078 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Compensation: $20$24/hour, negotiable based on experience, education, and credentials. Schedule: Full-time and part-time positions available. We offer flexible scheduling to support work-life balance while meeting the needs of our clients. What Youll Do: Use your skills in areas such as: Anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance Dentistry and dental wellness care Laboratory diagnostics and pharmacy Venipuncture and catheter placement Compassionate care for hospitalized patients Provide support in advanced diagnostic imaging What Were Looking For: Currently Licensed Veterinary Technician (or eligible for certification in Michigan) Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing with a veterinary technician license Strong communication and interpersonal skills Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow High attention to detail and commitment to excellent patient care Benefits for Full-Time Associates: Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays CE allowance and license reimbursement Free mental health support (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Headspace) Medical, dental, and vision insurance HSA and FSA options Generous pet care discounts Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance Paid parental leave 401(k) with company match Leadership and growth opportunities within VCA and Mars Veterinary Health Dedicated onboarding and development support Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups Free CE through WoofU Ready to Join Us? If youre ready to be part of something exciting and meaningful, wed love to meet you! Apply today or send your resume to Britt Wilson, Hospital Manager, at britt.wilson@vca.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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians including 500 who are board-certified specialists nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

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