Veterinary Technician: Grow Skills, Impact Pets

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Pet parental leave

Backup childcare

Fertility & family discounts

Free CE courses

Pet perks & discounts

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare’s Animal Hospital of Las Cruces in Las Cruces, NM, is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the medical team in delivering high-quality care for pets. The role involves hands-on treatments, lab work, and assisting with surgeries, with a focus on client education and optimal patient flow.

Starting compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with a target range of $16–$19 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Veterinary Technician experience.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Proficient with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and injection administration.
• Full knowledge to set up and position patients for digital radiographs.
• Experience with in-house labs and cytology tests.
• Proficient with anesthesia, surgery, and dental prophylaxis.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Injection administration

Digital radiographs

In-house labs

Cytology tests

Anesthesia

Surgery

Dental prophylaxis

Communication

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare’s Animal Hospital of Las Cruces in Las Cruces, NM, is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the medical team in delivering high-quality care for pets. The role involves hands-on treatments, lab work, and assisting with surgeries, with a focus on client education and optimal patient flow.

Starting compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with a target range of $16–$19 per hour.