Veterinary Technician - Scottsdale Hills Animal Hospital

TAG - The Aspen Group; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

3 weeks of Paid Time Off

7 paid holidays

Pet care discount

Scrub/uniform allowance

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

Paid parental leave

Hands on training and mentorship

Personal and professional development

Job summary

Lovet is seeking a Veterinary Technician in Scottsdale, AZ to assist doctors with medical procedures, including surgery, and to provide high quality care for pets. The role emphasizes excellent client service and teamwork within a growing practice.

You will assist with anesthesia, patient monitoring, medical records, and routine procedures while maintaining compassionate, professional interactions with clients. This is an on-site position offering growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Certified veterinary technicians preferred.
• Associate degree in veterinary assisting preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures, including surgery, under direct supervision.
• Provide high quality care to all pets in the hospital’s care and maintain excellent client service.
• Assist in anesthesia care, pre-anesthetic protocol, and post-operative care under supervision.
• Communicate clearly with clients about their pet’s care and obtain consent for treatments.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Lift 40 lbs

Education

Certified veterinary technician (preferred)

Associate degree in veterinary assisting (preferred)

Job description

Veterinary Technician

We’re hiring a Veterinary Technician for our growing animal hospital.

Salary : $20 - 26 / hour

Benefits of being part of the Lovet team:

• Flexible work schedule (4–10-hour shifts)
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year.
• 7 paid holidays.
• Industry-leading pet care discount.
• Scrub/uniform allowance.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA
• Paid parental leave.
• Hands on training and mentorship.
• Personal and professional development and opportunities for growth.

How You’ll Make a Difference:

• As a Veterinary Technician, you will assist the doctor with medical procedures, including surgery, while under their direct supervision. You will provide high quality care to all the pets in the hospital’s care and demonstrate excellent customer service to clients.
• Deliver WOW customer service to client and their pet.
• Under the supervision of the doctor, assist in surgery care relative to pre-anesthetic protocol, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
• Provide written and verbal communication to client regarding their pet’s care including answering any questions they may have, helping to educate them on treatments, and gaining their consent for treatment plans.
• Manage medical records through practice management software.
• Dispense medication, perform x-rays, perform blood draws, place catheters, obtain samples, provide treatments, run diagnostic equipment, administer vaccines, and provide animal restraint when necessary.
• Set-up, breakdown, cleaning, and maintaining of medical equipment.
• Assist with cleaning all areas of the hospital.

How You’ll Succeed:

• Comfortable interacting with furry, fuzzy, feathered, and scaly friends with calm and compassion
• Have strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Be a certified veterinary technician (preferred)
• Associate degree in veterinary assisting (preferred)

Since opening our doors in 1984, the Lovet family has grown to include 22 small animal, general practice hospitals in the Greater Phoenix Metro area. Bonded by our commitment to provide WOW service to our clients and patients, we are humbled and honored each day to work alongside such a dynamic and diverse team of incredible professionals. Driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, compassion, and creativity, Lovet employees embrace the opportunity to make a difference in our local communities.

The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.