Veterinary Technician: Hands-on Care + Free CE & Growth

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources (Lyra Health)

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare

Vet service discounts

FREE CE courses

Job summary

Jornada Veterinary Clinic in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Veterinary Technician to deliver hands-on patient care across appointments and procedures—supporting outpatient treatments, running in-house lab testing, assisting in surgery, and ensuring smooth patient intake and discharge.

You will work in a team that values clear communication, high standards, and follow-through, with access to Thrive’s free continuing education and growth resources.

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary clinical experience (GP, ER, or specialty).
• Comfortable supporting surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and dentistry/dental procedures.
• Team-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members; accurate, timely documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians by delivering high-quality patient care, advocating for pets, and educating clients.
• Partner with the medical team across the hospital (including diagnostic imaging) to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures, including anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, in accordance with your state’s Veterinary Practice Act (for credentialed technicians).
• Communicate with clients about patient needs and provide guidance on vaccines, preventive care, medications, and recommended treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate, complete medical records in the EMR using hospital protocols.
• Collect patient history, support appointments, and update charts and treatment sheets.
• Use safe restraint techniques and follow standard protocols; maintain clean and organized exam, treatment, and lab areas; assist with sample collection, venipuncture, and IV catheter placement (as trained).
• Help train and support teammates to promote consistent patient care and a positive workflow.
• Complete other duties as assigned to support the hospital team.

Skills

1+ year veterinary experience

Surgery support

Dental procedures

Team-oriented

Client communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in NM

Job description

Jornada Veterinary Clinic in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Veterinary Technician to deliver hands-on patient care across appointments and procedures—supporting outpatient treatments, running in-house lab testing, assisting in surgery, and ensuring smooth patient intake and discharge.

You will work in a team that values clear communication, high standards, and follow-through, with access to Thrive’s free continuing education and growth resources.