Veterinary Technician - North Buckeye Animal Hospital

AZPetVet • Buckeye, AZ

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About The Position

North Buckeye Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician to support its growing animal hospital. The technician assists the doctor with medical procedures, including surgery, under the doctor’s direct supervision, and provides high-quality care to patients and customer service to clients. The role includes communicating with clients about their pets’ care, maintaining medical records, carrying out treatments and diagnostic procedures, maintaining medical equipment, and helping keep the hospital clean.

Lovet is part of a family of 22 small-animal general-practice hospitals in the Greater Phoenix Metro area. The organization says its work is guided by collaboration, courage, compassion, and creativity, with a commitment to serving clients, patients, and local communities.

Requirements

• Demonstrate calm and compassionate interaction with animals, including furry, fuzzy, feathered, and scaly patients.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Certified veterinary technician.
• Associate degree in veterinary assisting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service to clients and their pets.
• Assist with surgical care under a doctor’s supervision, including pre-anesthetic protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with clients about their pet’s care, answer questions, explain treatments, and obtain consent for treatment plans.
• Manage medical records using practice management software.
• Dispense medication; perform x-rays and blood draws; place catheters; obtain samples; provide treatments; operate diagnostic equipment; administer vaccines; and restrain animals when necessary.
• Set up, break down, clean, and maintain medical equipment.
• Assist with cleaning all areas of the hospital.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with four 10-hour shifts.
• Three weeks of paid time off in the first year.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Pet care discount.
• Scrub/uniform allowance.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave.
• Hands-on training and mentorship.
• Personal and professional development and opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

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