Veterninary Technician - Norterra Animal Hospital

Lovet Pet Health Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off (3 weeks) 1st year

7 paid holidays

Pet care discount

Scrub/uniform allowance

Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA

Paid parental leave

Hands-on training and mentorship

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Lovet Pet Health Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our growing animal hospital. You will assist doctors with procedures, monitor anesthesia, and provide compassionate care to patients while delivering outstanding client service.

The role requires a patient, team-oriented individual who can lift up to 40 pounds and communicate clearly with clients. Preferred credentials include a veterinary technician certification and an associate degree in veterinary assisting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures and surgery under supervision.
• Provide high quality care to all pets and excellent client service.
• Assist in anesthesia care, pre/post-operative protocols, and patient monitoring.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client communication

Animal handling

Medical procedures

Education

Vet tech cert (preferred)

Assoc. degree in veterinary assisting (preferred)

Job description

Veterinary Technician

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

Veterinary Technician

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

Salary: $19 - $26 / hour

Benefits Of Being Part Of The Lovet Team

• Flexible work schedule (4–10-hour shifts); closed on Sundays.
• 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 Pet Health Care 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.