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Veterinary Technician

Scottsdale, AZOnsiteFull Time$22–$30 /hrPosted 5 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • CVT
  • patient care
  • exams
  • surgery
  • anesthesia
  • recovery
  • lab work
  • radiographs
  • injections
  • IV catheter placement

Nice to have

  • animal care
  • client communication
  • veterinary procedures
  • orthopedic surgery
  • sports medicine
  • DEA

Role summary

Arizona Canine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service. The role involves supporting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, performing technical duties like lab work and radiographs, and maintaining accurate medical records. The ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving pet lives. Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines is preferred. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.

Veterinary Technician/ Medical Assistant

Salary: $22.00-$30.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Needs open availability, Monday- Friday 7:30AM-5PM, Saturdays 8AM-2PM

Arizona Canine Orthopedics and sports medicine is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Certified Vet Tech with Arizona Canine Orthopedics and sports medicine

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Key Responsibilities: 

  • Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
  • Assist Surgical Doctor in follow ups and administrative work
  • Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
  • Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
  • Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
  • Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
  • Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
  • Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.
  • Qualifications:

  • Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification preferred
  • Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
  • Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
  • Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
  • About Arizona Canine Orthopedics and sports medicine

    Arizona Canine Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is not a typical veterinary practice—it’s a focused, high-level orthopedic surgery and sports medicine center dedicated to helping dogs regain mobility and quality of life. While our work centers on advanced surgery, the experience begins the moment a client walks through the door or calls the practice

    We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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