Certified Veterinary Technician

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of NW Arkansas • Springdale, AR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides hands-on emergency and critical care for pets. The company, AESC NWA, emphasizes a supportive team environment where staff take care of each other and the pets of Northwest Arkansas. While emergency medicine is demanding, the clinic offers a career path with growth opportunities and a collaborative approach. They are passionate about community involvement through partnerships with local shelters and rescues. The NWA region is highlighted for its outdoor adventures and local attractions.

Requirements

• Current CVT (or eligible for certification)
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive team-oriented attitude
• Ability to arrive on time and ready to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills
• Accurate medical recordkeeping and client history documentation
• Proficiency in safe, low-stress restraint of patients
• Competence in sample collection (blood, urine, fecal, skin) and lab processing
• Proficiency in positioning and capturing quality radiographs
• Experience in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year of clinical experience (ER or specialty preferred, but not required)
• Familiarity with preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Confidence in advanced skills (e.g., central lines, NG tubes, CRI calculations) or a strong desire to learn
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback to maintain efficiency and patient safety
• A self-starter mindset with motivation to expand knowledge, pursue specialization, or step into leadership

Responsibilities

• Triage and prioritize incoming patients
• Place IV catheters, central lines, NG tubes, and nasal cannulas; perform blood draws and transfusions
• Assist with radiographs, barium studies, and ultrasound-guided procedures
• Provide intensive care for ICU patients, including chest tube maintenance and critical patient support
• Bandage, splint, and assist in surgery
• Prepare and interpret fecals, blood smears, and cytologies
• Mentor and train less experienced staff
• Partner with DVMs to provide patient care, comfort, and client education

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous Continuing Education Allowance and Paid Professional Dues (applies to licensed roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed