Veterinary Technician

SOUTHWEST VETERINARY SURGICAL SERVICE PC•Scottsdale, AZ

7d•$21 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

SVSS is currently looking for an experienced full-time Veterinary Technician (CVT strongly preferred) to join our growing privately owned specialty practice. Because SVSS is a specialty animal hospital, prior work experience at a general practice or in specialty Veterinary Medicine is A MUST! SVSS is Arizona's premier veterinary surgical specialty practice. We function as an extension and in partnership with primary care veterinarians to provide consultation, surgical solutions and comprehensive patient care for our patients and their owners. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional patient and client experience. As an employer, we recognize the importance of hiring like minded individuals with a passion for what we do and how we do it. We recognize the value and diversity of our team and offer competitive wages, a robust benefit package including company subsidized medical, dental and vision insurance, generous company paid time off, paid sick leave, tuition reimbursement, funding for CE credits, CVT licensing reimbursement, a monthly topic focused learning rounds, an established career path, a retirement program with company match and SO MUCH MORE! Why settle for the rest when you can WORK FOR THE BEST!

Requirements

Minimum 1 - 3+ years’ professional work experience in clinic or hospital setting as a Veterinary Technician or Technician Assistant with surgical experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, decision making, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, problem solving, systems thinking, teamwork, initiative, and detail-oriented.
Proficiency with computers.
Know and use basic medical abbreviations and medical terminology.
Proper restraint of animals.
Anesthesia monitoring.
General animal anatomy.
Pain Management with animals.
OR etiquette.
Aseptic technique.
Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
Exceptional Customer Service Skills.
Availability to be on-call, work over nights, or weekends.
Availability to travel based on business need (in-state).
Ability to deescalate tense situations and resolve conflict.
Must be able to lift or carry pets or objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Have the physical strength and ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, stoop, repeated bending, pushing, pulling, full use of hands/fingers, reach above shoulders and perform each of these functions fully and quickly for an entire shift when needed.
Must effectively be able to read, speak, and write in English.
Hearing, vision and speech at a functional level are required to meet the essential functions of the job.
Awareness of the risks inherent in working with animals and take proper safety precautions to minimize the potential for injury from bites, scratches, or kicks.