Teaching Veterinary Technician – General Practice

One Community; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness facility on-site

Pet insurance

Job summary

Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ seeks a Primary Care Veterinary Technician to support the Companion Animal Clinic in a teaching hospital environment. This role involves outpatient appointments, diagnostics, minor procedures, client communication, and student education.

Three competency levels exist, with increasing autonomy, leadership, and clinical responsibilities. The technician will mentor students and coordinate with specialists as needed in a fast-paced general practice setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CVT preferred or equivalent experience ideal.
• Ability to work in a teaching hospital setting with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and students during outpatient appointments and procedures.
• Collect and process diagnostic samples (blood, urine, etc.).
• Administer medications and help with vaccinations and treatments as needed.
• Teach and coordinate with veterinary students on clinical skills.
• Maintain exam rooms and assist in case coordination.

Skills

Clinical veterinary nursing

Outpatient care

Client communication

Teaching students

Team-based care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Veterinary practice software

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ seeks a Primary Care Veterinary Technician to support the Companion Animal Clinic in a teaching hospital environment. This role involves outpatient appointments, diagnostics, minor procedures, client communication, and student education.

Three competency levels exist, with increasing autonomy, leadership, and clinical responsibilities. The technician will mentor students and coordinate with specialists as needed in a fast-paced general practice setting.