What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Alta Mesa Animal Hospital?
We are seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our team!
The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and possess the necessary skills to assist in providing high-quality veterinary services to our local community.
Duties:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 - 40 per week
Benefits:
The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and possess the necessary skills to assist in providing high-quality veterinary services to our local community.
Duties:
- Assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures
- Monitor patients throughout anesthesia and recovery
- Collect appropriate lab samples via blood draw or urinary collection
- Place IV catheters
- Perform laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood counts
- Administer medications under veterinary supervision
- Educate pet owners on animal care and treatment plans
- Maintain accurate medical records and surgical logs
- Certification as a veterinary technician preferred
- Proficiency in animal handling and restraint techniques
- Knowledge of animal physiology and behavior
- Understanding of veterinary medical terminology
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
- Experience with x-ray imaging
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 - 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
- 4x10
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
- Mesa, AZ 85205 (Required)
- Mesa, AZ 85205: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Salary : $16
