Veterinary Technician
Dove Mountain Veterinary
Job Description
Veterinary Technician
Dove Mountain Veterinary Hospital | Marana, AZ
Looking for a hospital where you'll be supported, challenged, and genuinely enjoy coming to work?
At Dove Mountain Veterinary Hospital, we're proud of the culture we've built. Our team combines high-quality medicine with strong communication, collaboration, and a sense of fun. We are a busy, fast-paced practice, but you'll never feel like you're navigating it alone. Our doctors are passionate about mentoring, teaching, and helping team members continue to grow in their careers.
We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working as part of a team, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
Why Dove Mountain?
- Supportive team culture with strong communication and collaboration
- Doctors who genuinely enjoy teaching and mentoring
- Regular CE opportunities, lunch-and-learns, and ongoing learning
- Fun team atmosphere with team engagement activities and friendly competition
- Busy enough to keep your skills sharp while maintaining a positive and supportive work environment
What You'll Do
- Provide compassionate nursing care and patient advocacy
- Assist doctors with examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and support surgical and dental procedures
- Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics
- Administer medications and treatments as directed
- Obtain and document accurate patient histories and medical records
- Assist with urgent care and same-day appointments
- Support hospitalized and drop-off patients throughout the day
- Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and preventative care
- Work collaboratively with doctors and teammates to provide an exceptional client and patient experience
What You'll Bring
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience preferred
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred but not required
- Strong patient care and animal handling skills
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dentistry is a plus
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a team-first mindset
- Passion for learning and continuous professional growth
Schedule
- Full-time opportunity
- Four 10-hour shifts (4/10 schedule)
- Includes 1 weekend shift per week
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation starting at $16+ per hour DOE
- Health insurance benefits
- Free mental health benefit options and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive PTO plan
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable laws
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scrub allowance
- Employee pet benefits for up to 3 pets
If you're looking for a hospital where teamwork, learning, and quality medicine go hand-in-hand, we'd love to meet you.
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.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
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.
