Veterinary Technician

Company: Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic Location: Tucson/Oro Valley, AZ Job Type: Full-Time Experience: Experienced Technician or CVT About Us At Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic, we believe that exceptional pet care starts with an empowered, appreciated team. We are a thriving general practice dedicated to practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, positive environment. If you are looking for a hospital where your skills are fully utilized, your voice is heard, and your hard work is celebrated, we want to meet you! Why Join the Sahuaro Vista Family? We know you have choices in where you practice. We set ourselves apart by investing heavily in our workplace culture and our people. A Culture of Appreciation: From regular 1:1 check-ins to staff appreciation initiatives, we prioritize a supportive environment where you never feel like just a number. Strong Team Dynamic: Work alongside a skilled team of technicians and a leadership team that truly has your back. Growth & Professional Development: We love seeing our team thrive and actively support ongoing education and skill advancement. What You'll Do As an experienced technician or CVT, you will play a vital role in patient care and client communication. Your day-to-day will utilize your full scope of practice, including: Assisting in surgery, managing anesthesia, and monitoring patient recovery. Performing dental scaling, polishing, and digital dental charting. Obtaining digital radiographs and processing diagnostic laboratory samples (blood, urine, cytology). Administering medications, placing IV catheters, and drawing blood. Educating clients on preventative care, treatment plans, and post-operative instructions. Maintaining accurate, detailed electronic medical records. What We Are Looking For Experience: Previous experience working as a veterinary technician is required. Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs) are highly preferred. Skills: Strong proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and venipuncture. Mindset: A positive attitude, a passion for teamwork, and a commitment to providing compassionate care to both patients and their humans. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with teammates and build trust with clients. Benefits & Compensation Competitive hourly pay (commensurate with experience and certification). Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay. Generous personal pet care discounts. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr