Veterinary Assistant - Sarival Animal Hospital

8090 TAG Veterinary Support Services LLC; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

PTO 3 weeks

7 paid holidays

Health benefits

Uniform allowance

Parental leave

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lovet Pet Health Care in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a veterinary technician to assist veterinarians, perform procedures under supervision, and help deliver compassionate care to patients and clients. The role requires strong communication, ability to lift 40 lbs, and a genuine interest in animal welfare.

Training, mentorship, and growth opportunities are offered within our network. We provide a flexible schedule, PTO, holidays, health benefits, HSA, parental leave, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Certification as a veterinary technician is preferred.
• Associate degree in veterinary assisting is preferred.
• Excellent client communication and compassion for animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures under supervision.
• Help create positive impressions and trust with clients and pets.
• Provide written and verbal communication about pet care and treatments.
• Deliver WOW customer service to clients and their pets.
• Manage medical records in practice management software and perform procedures.
• Set up, clean, and maintain medical equipment; assist with hospital areas.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Client communication

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Education

Certified veterinary technician (preferred)

Associate degree in veterinary assisting (preferred)

Tools

Practice management software

X-ray equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Salaries: $19 - $22 / hour

Benefits of being part of the Lovet team

• Flexible work schedule (4-10-hour shifts); closed on Sundays.
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year
• 7 paid holidays
• Industry-leading pet care discount
• Scrub/uniform allowance.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA
• Paid parental leave.
• Hands on training and mentorship
• Personal and professional development and opportunities for growth

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures, while under their direct supervision.
• Help create positive, lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with clients and their pets.
• Provide written and verbal communication to client regarding their pet’s care including answering any questions they may have, helping to educate them on treatments, and gaining their consent for treatment plans.
• Deliver WOW customer service to clients and their pet.
• Manage medical records through practice management software.Dispense medication, perform x-rays, perform blood draws, place catheters, obtain samples, provide treatments, run diagnostic equipment, administer vaccines, and provide animal restraint when necessary.
• Set-up, breakdown, cleaning, and maintaining of medical equipment.
• Assist with cleaning all areas of the hospital.

How You’ll Succeed

• Comfortable interacting with furry, fuzzy, feathered, and scaly friends with calm and compassion.
• Have strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Be a certified veterinary technician (preferred).
• Associate degree in veterinary assisting (preferred).

Since opening our doors in 1984, the Lovet Pet Health Care family has grown to include 22 small animal, general practice hospitals in the Greater Phoenix Metro area.

Bonded by our commitment to provide WOW service to our clients and patients, we are humbled and honored each day to work alongside such a dynamic and diverse team of incredible professionals.

Driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, compassion, and creativity, Lovet employees embrace the opportunity to make a difference in our local communities.

TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In 1984, we opened the doors of our first animal hospital - and today, our family has grown to include over 27 locations across Arizona, Chicago, and Michigan.

Together, our network offers outstanding healthcare for pets, provided by a team of more than 500 veterinary care professionals.

At Lovet, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a community that values your growth, well-being, and professional development.

We offer training, tools, and a collaborative environment to support our teams in ensuring the best outcomes for each pet that visits our hospitals.

Driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, clarity, and compassion, we work toward our mission of making quality vet care easier and more accessible for all pet parents.

Join us in nurturing the human-animal bond through compassionate, collaborative care across our network of hospitals.