Certified Veterinary Technician

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

23d • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides hands-on emergency and critical care for pets. The company 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 accountability to high standards. The clinic values collaboration within the team and with the community through partnerships with local shelters and rescues. The Northwest Arkansas area is highlighted for its outdoor adventures and cultural 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