Veterinary Technician Assistant

Dream Team Elite | Powered by DVMElite; Wickenburg (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hassayampa Veterinary Services in Wickenburg, AZ is seeking a dependable Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team. This entry-level position is ideal for someone who has completed Veterinary Assistant or Technician Assistant training and is eager to gain hands-on experience in animal healthcare.

You will work alongside veterinarians and technicians to keep patient care running smoothly, with opportunities to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Veterinary Assistant or Technician Assistant training preferred.
• Interest in veterinary medicine and animal care.
• Willingness to learn with hands-on training.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient handling and restraint.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment and patient areas.
• Assist with basic patient care under supervision of the veterinary team.
• Prepare supplies and keep treatment areas organized and stocked.
• Support the team during examinations, treatments and procedures.
• Help ensure patients remain safe and comfortable.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant

Animal care

Detail oriented

Team player

Reliable transportation

Willingness to learn

Education

Veterinary Assistant coursework

Job description

Wickenburg, AZ | $17–$19/hour | Full-Time

Are you ready to start your career in veterinary medicine and gain valuable hands‑on experience with a supportive, experienced team?

Hassayampa Veterinary Services is seeking a dependable and motivated Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team in Wickenburg, Arizona. This entry‑level veterinary position is a great opportunity for someone who has completed Veterinary Assistant or Technician Assistant training and is ready to gain hands‑on experience while building a career in animal healthcare.

What You’ll Do

As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, you’ll work alongside our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to help keep patient care running smoothly. Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting technicians and veterinarians with patient handling and restraint
• Preparing exam rooms and treatment areas for appointments and procedures

• Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining equipment and patient areas

• Assisting with basic patient care under the direction of the veterinary team
• Preparing supplies and helping keep treatment areas organized and stocked

• Supporting the team during examinations, treatments, and procedures

• Helping ensure patients remain safe and comfortable

• Following clinic protocols for cleanliness, safety, and infection control

• Learning and developing additional veterinary assisting skills as experience grows

What We’re Looking For

Ideal candidates will have:

• Veterinary Assistant or Technician Assistant coursework, training, or completion of a related program preferred

• A genuine interest in veterinary medicine and animal care

• A willingness to learn and receive hands‑on training

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• A positive, dependable, and team‑oriented attitude

• The ability to safely handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments

• The ability to remain productive in a busy veterinary environment

• Reliable transportation to and from the clinic

• Availability for full-time employment

• Reliable transportation is required

Compensation, Benefits & Schedule

• $17–$19 per hour, depending on training and experience

• Full-Time

• Clinic hours:

  • Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

  • Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

  • Sunday: Closed

• Competitive benefits package

• Advancement opportunities available for motivated employees

Location

Hassayampa Veterinary Services
50607 U.S. Hwy 60 89
Wickenburg, AZ 85390

If you’re dependable, eager to learn, and excited about building a career in veterinary medicine, we’d love to hear from you!