Licensed Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals

Last Updated: 8/31/2025 11:47:00 AM

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Current Days Open
38
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$17.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$25.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
23.5
First Seen
7/25/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$15.00 (Hourly)
6/26/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$25.00 (Hourly)
8/31/2025

Full Job Description

Job Requisition: Veterinary Technician VCA Stafford Oaks Animal Hospital (Full-time or Part-time) Location: 927 Dulles Ave, Stafford, TX 77477 Pay Range: $17.00 $25.00/hour (based on experience/licensing) Join the VCA Stafford Oaks Animal Hospital Team! At VCA Stafford Oaks, we believe pets are familyand so are our team members. Were seeking compassionate, skilled Veterinary Technicians to join our friendly, professional team, where your growth and well-being matter just as much as the pets you care for. Whether you're licensed or on the path to licensure, we welcome both full-time and part-time applicants who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to our mission: helping pets live long, healthy lives. Please note: Weekend and closing shift availability is required for this role. Why Youll Love Working Here: A collaborative, supportive hospital culture that values each team member Continuing education & career development opportunities Free mental wellness resources (Headspace subscription included!) Competitive pay and excellent benefits A workplace that values equity, inclusion, and diversity What We Offer: Access to a nationwide veterinary community & mentorship Leadership & advancement opportunities Career development programs CE allowance and tuition support Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life, long- and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave Generous pet care discounts Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) & sick time 401(k) retirement plan Full-time & part-time roles available What You'll Do: As a Veterinary Technician at VCA Stafford Oaks, you'll support our doctors and fellow techs to provide an exceptional experience for our patients and pet parents. Your skill set will shine across a variety of clinical tasks, including: Physical exams and patient assessments Anesthesia monitoring and surgical prep Dentistry and radiology Venipuncture, catheter placement, lab work Medication administration and pharmacy duties Compassionate care for hospitalized animals What You Bring: A passion for animals and quality veterinary care Strong communication and client service skills Team spirit with a positive, can-do attitude Preferred: CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials Not yet licensed? We still want to hear from you! Required: Weekend and closing shift availability Ready to Apply? Weve made the application process quick and easybecause we value your time. Submit your application today and become part of a hospital team that truly cares. 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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