ICU Vet Tech - 12-Hour Shifts, CE & Benefits

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our ICU team in Mesa. This Full-Time position offers a 3-day, 12-hour rotating schedule (Thursday through Saturday, 7 am–7 pm) and compensation of $24–$30 per hour.

As a member of the ICU unit, you will perform venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and patient assessments, while ensuring compassionate care for hospitalized patients.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician with licensure.
• ICU experience preferred and ability to manage critical patients.
• Proficient in venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and radiology.
• Flexible to a 3-day, 12-hour shift schedule (Thu-Sat).

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and catheter placement for patient care.
• Monitor anesthesia and respiratory status during procedures.
• Conduct physical examinations and patient assessments.
• Assist in surgical preparation and intraoperative support.
• Perform dentistry, lab work, and pharmacy tasks as needed.
• Support compassionate care for hospitalized patients and families.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Physical examinations

Surgical preparation

Dentistry

Laboratory work

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Imaging equipment

Monitoring equipment

Surgical instruments

Job description

VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our ICU team in Mesa. This Full-Time position offers a 3-day, 12-hour rotating schedule (Thursday through Saturday, 7 am–7 pm) and compensation of $24–$30 per hour.

As a member of the ICU unit, you will perform venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and patient assessments, while ensuring compassionate care for hospitalized patients.