Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals

Last Updated: 6/26/2026 11:32:23 PM

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Current Days Open
43
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$25.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$29.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
86.5
First Seen
8/23/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$23.00 (Hourly)
12/30/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$29.00 (Hourly)
6/26/2026

Full Job Description

Veterinary Technician at VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove Schedule: Full-time opportunity, flexible scheduling available About Our Hospital VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove is a growing, AAHA-accredited hospital dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care and compassionate client service. As we continue to expand, we are excited to welcome two new DVMs to our team, creating even more opportunities for collaboration, growth, and development. Our team provides high-quality preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and diagnostics in a supportive, team-oriented environment. As a Fear Free Certified Practice, we are committed to creating a positive experience for both pets and the people who care for them. What Youll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities): Assist in surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and post-op recovery Perform dental cleanings, charting, and radiographs Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the DVM Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory diagnostics Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and home care Maintain accurate patient medical records Plus more! Compensation: $25.00 $29.00/hour Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials. Benefits: Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources. Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits. Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave. Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations. Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing. Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses. Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next. Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses. Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions. Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumbs. Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs. Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution. Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one years salary. Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs. Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. Your Next Career Step Starts Here Whether you're starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. Apply today. 7000 East Fish Lake Road Maple Grove, MN 55311 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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