VCA Animal Hospitals·Chanhassen, Minnesota
The Veterinary Technician will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients and assist in various technical procedures. The role involves working collaboratively with a close-knit team to ensure a positive experience for both patients and clients.
Full-time Veterinary Technician at VCA Chanhassen Animal Hospital At VCA Chanhassen Animal Hospital, we’re proving that primary care can offer both high-quality medicine and a healthy work-life balance.
Our team is proud to offer both.
About Our Hospital VCA Chanhassen Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited practice known for delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
We’re a close-knit, collaborative team that values communication, mentorship, and creating a positive experience for both our patients and the people who care for them.
Why You’ll Love Working Here A supportive, collaborative team AAHA-accredited hospital with a strong commitment to quality medicine Strong leadership; you’ll never feel like you’re on your own Predictable scheduling with no overnight or on-call shifts The opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and clients Hands-on learning and growth opportunities to continue advancing your technical skills A genuine commitment to work-life balance and team well-being Why Our Team Stays Many of our team members have been with us for years.
We’ve built a culture where people feel supported, respected, and able to grow.
We believe great medicine starts with taking care of our people.
We support a work environment where you can thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on patients and clients. Here’s what we offer: Mental Health Support: Access to Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year. Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options and fertility benefits. Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, parental, CE, and bereavement leave. Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability. Crisis Assistance: Access to the Better Together Fund for qualifying situations. Vaccination Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing. Continuing Education (CE): Allowance for veterinarians and credentialed technicians, plus access to WOOF University® (RACE-approved courses). Innovative Technology: Work with the latest advancements through VCA Next.
Discounts on Fear Free, Low-Stress Handling, AAFP Cat-Friendly, and VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
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.
Candidates must be a Credentialed Veterinary Technician or eligible to sit for the VTNE, with experience in general practice or related settings. Proficiency in core technical skills such as venipuncture and anesthesia monitoring is required.
Market context
Minnesota veterinary technician openings often draw steady interest because clinics need credentialed support for exams, procedures, and patient care. This role is competitive for candidates who are a CVT or can transfer a state license, and it is open to both experienced technicians and recent graduates. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of hands-on clinical skills before applying.