Veterinary Technician - Growth, Teamwork, Hands-on Surgery

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will assist veterinarians, care for hospitalized patients, and help in surgery while continuing to grow your skills in a supportive hospital.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate approach to care for dogs and cats. This full-time, benefits-eligible role offers opportunities for professional development in anesthesia, dentistry, and surgery.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician in a small animal hospital.
• Has a strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care.
• Is comfortable handling dogs and cats with patience and compassion.
• Communicates well with clients, veterinarians, and teammates.
• Can stay organized and adapt when the day doesn't go quite as planned.
• Enjoys learning, sharing knowledge, and supporting others.
• Takes pride in their work and understands the importance of teamwork.
• Experience with anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect diagnostic samples.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostics.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Assist with surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Educate clients on preventive care, medications, and at-home treatments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate patient updates.
• Work alongside your teammates to keep the hospital running smoothly.

Skills

Veterinary Technician exp

Small animal hospital

Teamwork & communication

Animal care passion

Job description

Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will assist veterinarians, care for hospitalized patients, and help in surgery while continuing to grow your skills in a supportive hospital.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate approach to care for dogs and cats. This full-time, benefits-eligible role offers opportunities for professional development in anesthesia, dentistry, and surgery.