Veterinary Technician

Abqpetcarehospital; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No after-hours emergency shifts

Wellness Fridays

Discounted pet care

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Technician in Carlsbad, NM who has experience handling dogs and cats to join our dedicated team.

Work includes assisting in exams and surgeries, collecting histories, and helping with patient recovery in a supportive, low-stress clinic. Enjoy work‑life balance with no after-hours emergencies and wellness Fridays while contributing to compassionate animal care.

Qualifications

• Experience handling dogs and cats is required.
• Ability to assist in exams, surgeries, and patient recovery.
• Comfort with medical histories and routine diagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle dogs & cats with confidence and care.
• Assist in exams, surgeries, and patient recovery.
• Collect medical histories and perform routine diagnostic procedures.
• Work collaboratively in a positive, low-stress environment (separate dog/cat entrances!).
• Occasionally provide care for hospitalized patients on weekends (on a rotating schedule).
• Pitch in when the unexpected happens.

Skills

Animal handling

Job description

We’re a small animal clinic (dogs and cats only) seeking a Veterinary Technician with animal handling experience to join our dedicated team.

What You’ll Do:

• Handle dogs & cats with confidence and care
• Assist in exams, surgeries, and patient recovery
• Collect medical histories and perform routine diagnostic procedures
• Work collaboratively in a positive, low-stress environment (separate dog/cat entrances!)
• Occasionally provide care for hospitalized patients on weekends (on a rotating schedule)
• Pitch in when the unexpected happens

What We Offer:

• No after-hours emergency shifts = real work-life balance
• Wellness Fridays – clinic closed one Friday/month for mental health
• Discounted pet care after brief probation period

Salary: $15-19/hr based on experience.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

• 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.
• 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.