VCA CAVES is seeking an independent, highly motivated certified veterinary technician (CVT or able to become certified by May 2026) to be the backbone of our hyperthyroid cat program. The successful individual would be fear free certified (or willing to become fear free certified) and would be able to remain calm and cool while working with potentially fractious feline patients. A willingness to learn about hyperthyroidism, associated therapies and complications is a must. Attention to detail, exceptional communication skills (with clients, staff and referring veterinarians) and diligent bookkeeping skills are mandatory. Attention to safety protocols and the education of clients and staff will be expected.

Job responsibilities will include:

1. Review the records for potentials candidates

2. Contact referring veterinary hospitals for additional information

3. Answer questions regarding therapy, side effects and complications from clients and the referring community

4. Train new staff on radiation safety, give annual training regarding radiation safety/monitoring to staff

5. Schedule intake appointments, schedule follow up appointments

6. Assist with intake appointments. Enter a history, weight, blood pressure, TPR, current diet and medications into the patient record. Assist in patient physical examination, imaging, sample collection.

7. Set up a kennel, fill out Care Planner and paper treatment sheets. Make sure all medications are present with enough doses for the patient’s stay.

8. Assist in administering the radioactive iodine

9. Record all initial and post administration measurements as outlined in the Radioactive Iodine SOP

10. Care for each cat daily. Administer medications, clean kennels/boxes and measure radioactivity levels daily until discharge.

11. Write discharges for each patient

12. Discharge patients from the hospital, clean kennel

13. Follow up with clients/patients and gather post-therapy biochemical and physical exam data

Required Schedule: Tuesday - Friday days

Compensation: $20-28/hr based on prior experience

The Culture at VCA CAVES

We are passionate about our teams health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA CAVES we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity , and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve while supporting a work-life balance.

We not only work hard, we play hard too. Meet us for our family fun summer Olympics, Halloween costume parties, week long scavenger hunt and our holiday ugly sweater competition. Don’t forget the family vibe when we bring pot luck dinners where everyone can participate. Have you seen our Vet Tech Week? This is a small sampling of the gratitude we show our team for being the most compassionate, dedicated veterinary medical professionals around.

The Benefits Continue to Grow!

• Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)

• Generous pay differential for overnight hours

• Hefty discounts to VetGirl , and Fear Free Certification

• Free NAVTA membership

• $750 CE allowance for credentialed technicians

• Licensure tuition support and scholarship opportunities

• LVT, CVT, RVT license reimbursement

• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)

• Referral bonuses

• Competitive wage

• VTS career path financial support

• Medical, dental & vision insurance

• Life, long and short term disability insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Infertility Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time

• 401(k)

• Free access to Plumbs, and educational platforms such as Vetfolio

Why You Should Consider Us

This role is suited for the experienced licensed tech, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

We look forward to getting to know you!

Location:

CAVES

1 Intervale Road,

If you are a current associate, you will 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 (https://www.vcacareers.com/%22http://vcacareers.com//%22)

If you are a current associate, you will 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