Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan for full-time employees

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Arizona Canine Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is hiring a Veterinary Technician/Medical Assistant to support veterinarians with patient care, exams, and anesthesia. The role requires compassion for animals, strong client communication, and adherence to safety guidelines.

Full-time, state-of-the-art orthopedic focus with opportunities for professional development. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with a schedule including weekdays and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• CVT certification preferred.
• Experience in animal care and client communication.
• Passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Assist Surgical Doctor in follow ups and administrative work.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

CVT certification

Animal handling

Medical knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

CVT Certification (preferred)

Job description

Veterinary Technician/ Medical Assistant

Salary: $22.00-$30.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Needs open availability, Monday- Friday 7:30AM-5PM, Saturdays 8AM-2PM

Arizona Canine Orthopedics and sports medicine is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Techniciantoprovide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Certified Vet Tech with Arizona Canine Orthopedics and sports medicine

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees


• Professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.


• Assist Surgical Doctor in follow ups and administrative work


• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.


• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates


• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.


• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.


• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.


• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification preferred


• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.


• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.


• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About

Arizona Canine Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is not a typical veterinary practice—it’s a focused, high-level orthopedic surgery and sports medicine center dedicated to helping dogs regain mobility and quality of life. While our work centers on advanced surgery, the experience begins the moment a client walks through the door or calls the practice

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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