Veterinary Technician

City: Tucson

State: Arizona

Hospital Name: Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician – Join Our Team! 

Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic | Tucson, AZ  

Full-Time | Benefits Eligible 

Looking for a Veterinary Hospital Where You Can Grow and Feel Valued? 

Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team! 

We're a small animal veterinary hospital in Northwest Tucson/Oro Valley that believes great patient care starts with a great team. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in providing quality care, and wants to be part of a hospital where teamwork and communication matter. 

Whether you're assisting with appointments, caring for hospitalized patients, performing treatments, or helping in surgery, you'll have the opportunity to use your skills and continue building your experience. 

What You'll Be Doing 

As part of our veterinary team, you'll have the opportunity to: 

• -Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures. 

• -Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and collect diagnostic samples. 

• -Perform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostics. 

• -Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian. 

• -Assist with surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery. 

• -Educate clients on preventive care, medications, and at-home treatments. 

• -Maintain accurate medical records and communicate patient updates. 

• -Work alongside your teammates to keep the hospital running smoothly. 

Who We're Looking For 

We're looking for someone who: 

• -Has previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician in a small animal hospital. 

• -Has a strong foundation in veterinary nursing and patient care. 

• -Is comfortable handling dogs and cats with patience and compassion. 

• -Communicates well with clients, veterinarians, and teammates. 

• -Can stay organized and adapt when the day doesn't go quite as planned. 

• -Enjoys learning, sharing knowledge, and supporting others. 

• -Takes pride in their work and understands the importance of teamwork. 

Experience with anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry is strongly desired, but we're also interested in experienced technicians who are eager to continue developing those skills. 

Why Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic? 

We know choosing where to work is an important decision. We want our team members to feel supported, appreciated, and excited about the work they do. 

Here's what you can expect: 

• -A passionate team: Work in a long-established, AAHA accredited hospital where we grow together as a team, and you can get to know your coworkers, clients, and patients.  

• -Supportive leadership: Your ideas and feedback matter. We believe in open communication, coaching, and helping our team succeed. 

• -Opportunities to grow: Continue developing your technical skills through hands-on experience, mentoring, and continuing education. 

• -Meaningful patient care: Be actively involved in caring for patients and helping clients make informed decisions about their pets' health. 

• -A team-focused environment: We believe in helping one another, sharing knowledge, and working together to provide the best care possible. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Depending on experience 

• Full-time, benefits-eligible position 

• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning 

• Leadership who supports a healthy work-life balance