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Certified Veterinary Technician roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and some candidates with advanced credentials may qualify at the EB-2 level. Employers file on your behalf, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. Understanding how PERM applies to credentialed veterinary roles helps you target sponsorship-ready employers from the start.
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Apopka, Florida, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-239969
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Sheeler Road Animal Hospital is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our General Practice team full time!
Are you looking to join a committed team of professionals that have pioneered growth in the veterinary field? Do you want to advance your skills in a supportive environment? Our team has a shared devotion to provide progressive medicine with compassion as a driving force and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual!
WHY JOIN THE SHEELER ROAD FAMILY?
We are an AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital located in Apopka, just northwest of Orlando, FL. We see a variety of patients including dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and reptiles. Our team shares a passion for caring for pets and a strong understanding of the human-animal bond.
We are open Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8am - 12pm, and closed on Sundays.
Being AAHA accredited means that we demonstrate an exceptional level of veterinary medical care and client service for our patients and clients. We have a reputation for excellence, and we do all that we can to live up to that reputation each and every day.
Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.
GENERAL PRACTICE SERVICE DUTIES:
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Collecting patient histories & physical exams
- Venipuncture / IVC placement
- Working towards a Hands Free Radiology program (Associate safety a top priority)
- Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
- Providing compassionate care for all patients
POTENTIAL SCHEDULE:
Saturday rotation, Full time, 4 days a week
COMPENSATION:
$20 - $25 / hour dependent on skill set, experience, and licensure status
WHAT MAKES VCA SHEELER ROAD ANIMAL HOSPITAL UNIQUE?
Our hospital leadership team is compassionate and dedicated to your success. We truly care about the health and wellbeing of our team and stand by our core values; caring, enthusiasm, respect, and a passion for veterinary medicine.
We have recently created a wellness space in our cat boarding room. In need of a few calming breaths? You are welcome to take five and cuddle our in-house patients while lounging in our oversized beanbag chair! Interested in growing your skill set as a veterinary technician? Did I mention, we see exotic pets as well!
THE BENEFITS CONTINUE TO GROW:
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
- Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
- Growth & leadership opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Career development programs
- Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
- $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
- Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k)
- Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
- Referral bonuses
- Infertility benefits
- Competitive wage
- Free access to Plumbs, and education 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?
Apply now - We look forward to hearing from you!
VetMed #Veterinarytechnician #rvt #cvt #lvt
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.
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.
LOCATION
Apopka, Florida, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-239969
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Sheeler Road Animal Hospital is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our General Practice team full time!
Are you looking to join a committed team of professionals that have pioneered growth in the veterinary field? Do you want to advance your skills in a supportive environment? Our team has a shared devotion to provide progressive medicine with compassion as a driving force and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual!
WHY JOIN THE SHEELER ROAD FAMILY?
We are an AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital located in Apopka, just northwest of Orlando, FL. We see a variety of patients including dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and reptiles. Our team shares a passion for caring for pets and a strong understanding of the human-animal bond.
We are open Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8am - 12pm, and closed on Sundays.
Being AAHA accredited means that we demonstrate an exceptional level of veterinary medical care and client service for our patients and clients. We have a reputation for excellence, and we do all that we can to live up to that reputation each and every day.
Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.
GENERAL PRACTICE SERVICE DUTIES:
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Collecting patient histories & physical exams
- Venipuncture / IVC placement
- Working towards a Hands Free Radiology program (Associate safety a top priority)
- Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
- Providing compassionate care for all patients
POTENTIAL SCHEDULE:
Saturday rotation, Full time, 4 days a week
COMPENSATION:
$20 - $25 / hour dependent on skill set, experience, and licensure status
WHAT MAKES VCA SHEELER ROAD ANIMAL HOSPITAL UNIQUE?
Our hospital leadership team is compassionate and dedicated to your success. We truly care about the health and wellbeing of our team and stand by our core values; caring, enthusiasm, respect, and a passion for veterinary medicine.
We have recently created a wellness space in our cat boarding room. In need of a few calming breaths? You are welcome to take five and cuddle our in-house patients while lounging in our oversized beanbag chair! Interested in growing your skill set as a veterinary technician? Did I mention, we see exotic pets as well!
THE BENEFITS CONTINUE TO GROW:
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
- Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
- Growth & leadership opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Career development programs
- Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
- $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
- Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k)
- Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
- Referral bonuses
- Infertility benefits
- Competitive wage
- Free access to Plumbs, and education 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?
Apply now - We look forward to hearing from you!
VetMed #Veterinarytechnician #rvt #cvt #lvt
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Certified Veterinary Technician
Verify your AVMA-accredited credential transfers correctly
PERM requires your foreign veterinary technician credential to be evaluated against U.S. equivalency standards. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency before applying, so your degree maps cleanly to the CVT requirement in the labor certification.
Target multi-location veterinary hospital groups
Large veterinary hospital networks and specialty referral centers file PERM more routinely than independent clinics. Search for groups with dedicated HR or legal teams, since they have the infrastructure to manage the DOL labor certification timeline without disrupting your employment.
Ask employers about their PERM filing timeline upfront
PERM recruitment and audit preparation can take six to twelve months before DOL certifies the application. Confirm whether a prospective employer has completed this before or works with an immigration attorney, so you know what timeline to expect after your offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with green card filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify veterinary employers who have previously sponsored workers through employment-based green card processes. Targeting employers with an established sponsorship track record significantly reduces the risk of a PERM process stalling mid-filing.
Distinguish EB-3 from H-1B when negotiating sponsorship
Unlike H-1B, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. When discussing sponsorship with a hiring manager, clarify that you're seeking green card sponsorship through PERM, not a temporary work visa, to avoid misaligned expectations during offer negotiations.
Check your state veterinary technician license before I-140 filing
USCIS requires proof that you meet the state licensing requirements for the role at the time of I-140 adjudication. Confirm your state's CVT licensure pathway and begin the application process in parallel with PERM, not after it, to avoid delays.
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Find Certified Veterinary Technician JobsCertified Veterinary Technician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Certified Veterinary Technician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most CVT positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles, since they require a formal two-year or four-year degree plus national certification through the AVMA. EB-2 sponsorship is available if the role requires an advanced degree or if you qualify for a National Interest Waiver, which is less common in veterinary technology but possible in certain research or public health settings.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for veterinary technicians?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency, while H-1B is a temporary status requiring renewal and subject to an annual lottery cap. For veterinary technicians, EB-3 PERM has no lottery and no annual numerical limit at the petition stage, though per-country backlogs can affect wait times for applicants from certain countries. PERM also requires your employer to conduct a documented recruitment process before filing with DOL.
Which types of veterinary employers are most likely to sponsor a green card?
Specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals, university veterinary teaching hospitals, and multi-location corporate veterinary groups are most likely to have the legal infrastructure for PERM sponsorship. Independent single-practice clinics rarely sponsor due to the legal and administrative cost involved. Searching Migrate Mate lets you filter for veterinary employers with documented green card sponsorship history, saving significant research time.
What documents should I prepare before a veterinary technician employer agrees to sponsor me?
You'll need a credential equivalency evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency for any foreign degree, proof of AVMA-accredited program completion or national certification such as the VTNE, and documentation of your current immigration status. Having your state veterinary technician license application underway also demonstrates readiness, since USCIS will require proof of licensure eligibility before your I-140 is approved.
How long does the full EB-3 green card process take for a veterinary technician role?
The PERM labor certification stage alone typically takes six to eighteen months depending on DOL processing and whether an audit is triggered. After DOL certifies the PERM, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, which can take several additional months. If your country of birth has a current priority date, you may file for adjustment of status concurrently. For many applicants, the total timeline from PERM filing to green card approval ranges from two to five or more years.
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