Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
At VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst, we’re more than just a veterinary hospital—we’re a compassionate, close-knit team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to every patient and client who walks through our doors. As a full-service, AAHA-accredited and Cat Friendly Certified hospital in Erie County, NY, we pride ourselves on combining high-quality medicine with a warm, supportive environment where both pets and people feel valued. Our team shares a genuine passion for animal health, client education, and collaboration, and we believe that great care starts with great people. That’s why we foster a workplace culture built on respect, growth, and mutual support, where your skills are recognized and your voice matters. We’re currently seeking a licensed professional who brings not only clinical expertise, but also a commitment to compassionate care and teamwork. If you’re looking to join a practice where you can make a meaningful impact while working alongside dedicated, like-minded colleagues, we’d love to meet you. As a member of the VCA Blue Cross Amherst, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Responsibilities
- 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
- Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
- Advancement and leadership opportunities
- Internal CE and development opportunities
- Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
- Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more
- Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
- Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
- Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
- Access to Headspace app
- Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
- Growing network of onsite social workers
- Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
