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Veterinary Technician

Verde Veterinary Hospital

Job Description

 

Verde Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we are looking for a part time Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are a busy, long-standing small animal hospital serving the Verde Valley with high quality medicine, kindness, and a supportive team culture. If you enjoy variety in your day, love patient care, and like working alongside people who take their jobs seriously but still laugh together, you will fit right in.

 

What You’ll Do

Our technicians are an essential part of the care we provide. In this role, you will help support our doctor and team with tasks such as:

  • Assisting with outpatient appointments

  • Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection

  • Dental cleanings, digital dental radiographs, and dental charting

  • Monitoring anesthesia for surgeries and other procedures

  • Taking digital X rays and performing in house lab tests

  • Filling prescriptions and maintaining accurate medical records

  • Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients about treatments and discharge instructions

  • Helping keep treatment areas stocked, organized, and running smoothly

What We’re Looking For

  • Veterinary technician experience is preferred, but we are open to training the right person

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay calm and focused in a fast paced setting

  • Someone who communicates well, works as part of a team, and supports the flow of the hospital

  • Reliability, compassion, and a commitment to excellent patient care

  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and safely restrain animals when needed

Schedule and Hours

  • Part time position

  • Mon 7:45am - 5:15pm, Tuesday 6:45am - 5:15pm, Wednesday 6:45am - 5:15pm. Occasional Thursday or Friday coverage may be requested. 1 hour lunch. Average 27-35 hours per week.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Starting hourly rate of $18.00

  • Eligible for periodic Wellness Plan Enrollment bonus

  • Employee discounts on pet care

  • Allowances for CE 

  • Supportive team, a healthy work life balance, and a manager who sees staff as people first

  • Opportunities to grow your skills, learn new things, and be part of a hospital that truly values its people

Requirements

  • Previous tech experience preferred (non-credentialed is okay!)

  • Reliable transportation

  • A strong work ethic

Bonus Points For:

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Who We Are

Verde Veterinary Hospital has been part of the Cottonwood community for decades. We focus on quality medicine, strong client communication, and creating a workplace where people feel appreciated. We support each other, care about each other, and work together to provide the best care possible for our patients and clients.

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
 
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Location:

Cottonwood, Arizona, United States

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