Veterinary Technician

Location

Surprise, AZ | United States

Job description

Animal Medical Center of Surprise is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team!  Welcome to Animal Medical Center (AMC), where passion meets purpose in the heart of Surprise, just a short 45-minute drive from the vibrant city of Phoenix! As an AAHA-accredited Veterinary Hospital, we set the bar high for superior patient care and continuously strive to exceed expectations. Joining our dynamic team means not only embracing the art of healing and the science of medicine but also becoming a part of a community that values collaboration, growth, and, of course, fun! At AMC, we take pride in fostering a positive work environment that empowers every team member to thrive and learn. Your journey with us is not just a job; it's a commitment to enriching the lives of our beloved animal companions and supporting our clients in making informed decisions for their pets' long-lasting wellness. Come be a part of something extraordinary at AMC, where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference in the world of veterinary care!

Position Overview: The Veterinary Technician supports the hospital by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and extraordinary service to our patients and clients. As a Veterinary Technician, you will fully assist the DVMs and RVTs to help improve the quality of care to the patients by relieving them of technical work and achieving greater efficiency at Animal Medical Center of Surprise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in determining animal requirements by helping conduct animal examinations, restraining patients, and reviewing care plans and records
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering vaccines, providing wound care management, completing laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging
• Assembling required supplies and instruments for procedures
• Fill prescriptions and administer PO, SQ, IM, IV medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner
• Ability to demonstrate and follow procedures in catheter placement and phlebotomy

Qualifications and Skills: 

• At least 1 year of experience performing above duties
• High School Diploma/GED
• Experience in surgery is a plus
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs and calculations
• Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors

Available Schedule:  Full-time position, must have weekend availability

• We are open  7 days a week from 7am-6p m
  

Benefits We Offer: 

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($18.00 - $24.00 per hour)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k + company match
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Professional development support
• Mental health assistance
• Employee discounts on veterinary services
• Scrub allowance
• Fun and progressive work environment! 

Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!  

Animal Medical Center of Surprise is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Job Reference ID: CPP-0000220

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