Veterinary Assistant

Pima North Animal Hospital.; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mental health benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Continuing education

Team collaboration

Job summary

Pima North Animal Hospital in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about patient care and teamwork.

For nearly 30 years, our AAHA-accredited Cat Friendly Practice provides medical, surgical, dental, boarding, and grooming services. Join our experienced and supportive team focused on delivering outstanding care to pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience required.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred, but not required.
• Strong patient care and animal handling skills.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical support preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to compassionate patient care and exceptional client service.
• Interest in continuing education and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with appointments, treatments, and medical procedures
• Performing patient assessments and monitoring hospitalized patients
• Collecting laboratory samples and running in-house diagnostics
• Administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Supporting anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting with dental procedures and surgery
• Educating clients on medications, treatment plans, and preventative care
• Maintaining accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Collaborating with doctors, assistants, and client service representatives to ensure exceptional patient care

Skills

Veterinary experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CVT preferred

Job description

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Hospital Name: 129 - Pima North Animal Hospital

Transition Location?: No

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Requisition Management

Reason for Opening: New

Vacancy Date: 09-Sep-2026

Is this job confidential externally? No

Is this a pre-acquisition location? No

Employment Type: Permanent

Role Type: Full-time

Description and Requirements

Veterinary Technician

Ready to love where you work?

Pima North Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about patient care, values teamwork, and wants to continue growing their skills alongside an experienced and supportive team.

For nearly 30 years, Pima North Animal Hospital has been serving the Scottsdale community with exceptional veterinary care. As an AAHA-accredited, Cat Friendly Practice, we provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, boarding, and grooming services. Our team utilizes advanced technology and diagnostics while maintaining a collaborative culture focused on delivering outstanding care to our patients and clients.

What You'll Do

As a member of our medical team, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our doctors and advocating for patient health and comfort. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with appointments, treatments, and medical procedures


• Performing patient assessments and monitoring hospitalized patients


• Collecting laboratory samples and running in-house diagnostics


• Administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians


• Supporting anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery


• Assisting with dental procedures and surgery


• Educating clients on medications, treatment plans, and preventative care


• Maintaining accurate medical records and patient documentation


• Collaborating with doctors, assistants, and client service representatives to ensure exceptional patient care

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience required


• Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred, but not required


• Strong patient care and animal handling skills


• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical support preferred


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail


• Commitment to compassionate patient care and exceptional client service


• Interest in continuing education and professional growth

What We Offer

• $19+ per hour, depending on experience


• Health insurance benefits


• Free mental health benefit options


• 401(k) with company match


• Competitive PTO plan


• Continuing education and development opportunities


• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to build your career with a team that values medicine, mentorship, and collaboration, we’d love to meet you.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.