GP Veterinary Technician – Teaching Hospital

Midwestern-University; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Midwestern University, based in Glendale, AZ, is seeking a Primary Care Vet Technician to support the Companion Animal Clinic within the College of Veterinary Medicine. The role involves assisting veterinarians and students with outpatient appointments, diagnostics, minor procedures, client communication, and teaching in a teaching hospital setting.

The position offers progression through Level I–III based on competency and provides opportunities for leadership and student education within a

Qualifications

• Proficiency in general veterinary nursing and outpatient clinical procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clients and students.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and veterinarians with physical exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures during outpatient appointments.
• Collect and process diagnostic samples (blood, urine, feces, cytology, etc.).
• Administer medications and help students with vaccinations and treatments as needed.
• Help ensure students obtain patient histories and communicate with clients in a timely manner.
• Monitor students’ timeliness with patient records and ensure compliance with hospital protocols.
• Perform and teach radiography, bandage changes, and basic nursing care to students.
• Perform dental prophylaxis to include radiography, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Support students with patient discharge and client education.
• Maintain inventory and cleanliness of exam rooms, treatment areas, and supplies.
• Help veterinarians train and mentor veterinary students in general practice skills, time-management, and professional communication.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty services such as Internal Medicine, Surgery, or other services.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Outpatient procedures

Radiography

Venipuncture

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CVT preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Midwestern University, based in Glendale, AZ, is seeking a Primary Care Vet Technician to support the Companion Animal Clinic within the College of Veterinary Medicine. The role involves assisting veterinarians and students with outpatient appointments, diagnostics, minor procedures, client communication, and teaching in a teaching hospital setting.

The position offers progression through Level I–III based on competency and provides opportunities for leadership and student education within a