Veterinary Technician: Flexible Hours & Great Benefits

CityVet Support Staff; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% match

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Telemedicine access

Employee discounts

Job summary

CityVet Moon Valley is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant with at least 1 year of veterinary industry experience to join our team. You will assist veterinarians, prep patients for surgery, obtain samples, administer medications, and communicate with clients under the DVM's plan of care.

Eligibility includes a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. We offer benefits and opportunities for growth within a vet-led practice in Phoenix.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals.
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication.
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height.
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication & listening skills.
• Self-motivated & team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimen), monitor patients post-op & restrain animals during exams
• Obtain Samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results
• Administer Medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM
• Client Communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed

Skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Organizational skills

Animal restraint skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet Moon Valley is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant with at least 1 year of veterinary industry experience to join our team. You will assist veterinarians, prep patients for surgery, obtain samples, administer medications, and communicate with clients under the DVM's plan of care.

Eligibility includes a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. We offer benefits and opportunities for growth within a vet-led practice in Phoenix.