Veterinary Technician II - Full Service Clinic

Arizona Humane Society • Phoenix, AZ

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Technician II - Full Service Clinic The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our Full Service Clinic. This position will report to our Full Service Marge Wright Veterinary Clinic and work Monday-Thursday from 7 AM – 6 PM with varying end times depending on clinic needs. If you are a talented veterinary medical professional who is passionate about executing excellent patient care, please continue to read more now. Paws Up For Great Benefits! Competitive salary Generous PTO program Up to 8 paid holidays per year 401(k) with employer contribution Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks! A Day in the Life: As a veterinary technician, you will assist Veterinarians in all aspects of the clinic including surgery, laboratory diagnostics, fluid therapy, administration of medications, and client education all while championing AHS' core values of innovation, compassion, and excellence. You will work alongside the team to ensure high levels of patient care. You will be a relationship builder who collaborates with veterinarians, veterinarian technicians, and department leaders to solve problems and implement positive changes.

Requirements

• High school diploma OR GED required.
• Two years experience working as a veterinary technician at a full service clinic or hospital required.
• Must be able to assist veterinarians in all aspects of AHS' wellness clinic including managing medical appointments, radiology, ultrasound, surgery, laboratory diagnostics, fluid therapy, urgent care as necessary, the administration of prescribed medications, client education and clinic asepsis.
• Must assist veterinarians and technicians in the evaluation, surgery, and recovery for patients.
• Must be able to perform anesthesia, prep, fluid therapy, laboratory procedures, injections, and medication.
• Proficient in radiology positioning.
• Proficient with monitoring vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in preoperative, operative, and post-operative phases.
• Proficient in laboratory testing and IDEXX/Antech machines.
• Ability to intubate animals, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture, and administer fluids as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in all aspects of the clinic including surgery, laboratory diagnostics, fluid therapy, administration of medications, and client education
• Ensure high levels of patient care
• Collaborate with veterinarians, veterinarian technicians, and department leaders to solve problems and implement positive changes
• Assist veterinarians and technicians in the evaluation, surgery, and recovery for patients.
• Perform anesthesia, prep, fluid therapy, laboratory procedures, injections, and medication.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees