Veterninary Technician - Norterra Animal Hospital

AZPetVet • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Lovet Pet Health Care is hiring a Veterinary Technician for its growing Norterra Animal Hospital. The Veterinary Technician assists the doctor with medical procedures, including surgery, under the doctor’s direct supervision. The role provides high-quality care to animals in the hospital and excellent customer service to clients.

Lovet Pet Health Care has 22 small-animal general-practice hospitals in the Greater Phoenix Metro area. Its work is guided by collaboration, courage, compassion, and creativity, with an emphasis on serving clients, patients, and local communities.

Requirements

• Comfortably interact with animals of different kinds in a calm and compassionate manner.
• 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 the doctor with surgery-related care, including pre-anesthetic protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
• Communicate with clients verbally and in writing about their pets’ care, answer questions, educate them about 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 needed.
• Set up, break down, clean, and maintain medical equipment.
• Help clean all areas of the hospital.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with four 10-hour shifts; hospital is closed on Sundays.
• Three weeks of paid time off in the first year.
• Seven 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.

What This Job Offers

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