ER & Oncology Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Pet discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for our Oncology Department in Mesa. This full-time role supports emergency and specialty care in a long-standing AAHA-accredited practice with weekend requirements.

The candidate should have prior veterinary tech experience, strong client communication, flexibility in hours, and the ability to cross-train as receptionist/kennel staff.

Qualifications

• Must have documented previous experience.
• Flexibility in hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Capable of being cross-trained as receptionist and kennel assistant.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Anesthesia monitoring.
• Surgical preparation and assisting.
• Dentistry.
• Radiology.
• Laboratory work.
• Venipuncture.
• Catheter placement.
• Pharmacy.
• Patient recovery.
• Client communication.
• Compassionate care of hospitalized animals.

Skills

Experienced technician

Excellent communication

Customer service

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

CVT license (preferred)

Job description

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for our Oncology Department in Mesa. This full-time role supports emergency and specialty care in a long-standing AAHA-accredited practice with weekend requirements.

The candidate should have prior veterinary tech experience, strong client communication, flexibility in hours, and the ability to cross-train as receptionist/kennel staff.