Veterinary Technician | Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Lakeside (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Aspen Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, and assisting with surgeries. The role includes educating clients, maintaining inventory, performing in-house lab work, and ensuring safety in radiography and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have weekend availability, basic math for dosages, and strong communication skills to ensure patient safety and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting veterinarians and other team members in a clinical setting.
• Ability to handle multiple patients and prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication with clients and team to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in exams and surgeries as needed.
• Take histories, vital signs, and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Collect specimens and perform in-house lab work; prepare samples for outside labs.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during exams; administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Restock and clean treatment, exam, and lab areas; maintain equipment.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Aspen Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, and assisting with surgeries. The role includes educating clients, maintaining inventory, performing in-house lab work, and ensuring safety in radiography and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have weekend availability, basic math for dosages, and strong communication skills to ensure patient safety and client satisfaction.