Certified Veterinary Technician

Cobblestone Veterinary Care; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cobblestone Veterinary Care is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This full-time role offers autonomy, trust, and a collaborative environment in a fast-paced general practice in Tempe, AZ. You will be instrumental from induction through recovery, ensuring safe and high-quality patient care alongside a skilled veterinary team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in Arizona.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, monitoring, surgical assistance, and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and dosages.
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients.
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care.
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia administration

Radiology positioning

Medication calculations

Lab testing

Medical records

Client communication

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) AZ

Tools

Anesthesia machine

Ultrasound

Digital dental radiography

Digital X-ray

In-house diagnostics (Heska)

Job description

Cobblestone Veterinary Care is seeking an experienced CertifiedVeterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 21 - $25 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday .

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of AZ
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Arizona **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
  • Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

W hy choose Cobblestone Veterinary Care?

Cobblestone Veterinary Care is a 4-doctor small-animal practice with 2 credentialed technicians serving dogs and cats in South Tempe, Chandler, and surrounding communities. The hospital expanded to 3,500 square feet and completed a major renovation, including new flooring, cabinets, high ceilings, and a large two-sided waiting room. Equipment is all new and includes an anesthesia machine, Antech reference lab, cardiac ultrasound, digital dental radiography, digital X-ray, Heska in-house diagnostics, and ultrasound. The team describes itself as a mission-focused, self-managed group built around shared responsibility and collaborative decision-making. If you value individualized medicine, teamwork, and a supportive environment, Cobblestone offers room to grow in an upscale South Tempe location.

Cobblestone Veterinary Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.