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Veterinary Technician Emergency, AVECCC

Ethos Veterinary Health·Gilbert, Arizona

$20 - $29/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Veterinary Technicians provide high-quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients, assisting in both outpatient and inpatient departments. They work under the direction of the veterinarian, managing patient flow and ensuring proper care and treatment.

[https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20170327213415_XFZHQ3KMDU0O7KXS/layout/20251223185533-AVECCC%20510%20logo%20(1).png] AVECCC - Gilbert, AZ Veterinary Technician Emergency

AVECCC is a 24‐hour veterinary emergency and critical care hospital in Gilbert, AZ. We have the most skilled doctors in the state and provide significantly complex treatments in the western US. Our Veterinary Technicians and Technician Assistants have amazing opportunities to learn and participate in procedures such as dialysis and total plasma replacements. Our clinical team works closely with neurologists, internists, dermatologists, oncologists and a surgical team to provide the highest quality care to our patients.

AVECCC is an organization that prides itself on its core values to drive a dynamic culture.

We offer a unique training program that offers many opportunities to learn and grow from Technician Assistant to our Senior Veterinary Technicians, shift leads, supervisors, and managers.

AVECCC has a commitment to health and wellness, not only for our patients, but also for our staff.

To help manage burnout and compassion fatigue, employees have access to an onsite social worker dedicated to their personal wellness.

We offer a sign on bonus for experienced emergency technicians, competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, CE allowance, full benefit packages, 401K with a company match, overnight pay differential, and Paid Time Off.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Veterinary Technician is to provide high quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients. The Veterinary Technicians assist within outpatient and/or inpatient departments. All teams are under the direction of the doctor on staff. The doctor is the lead, and will be prioritizing patients, directing the team and is the ultimate decision maker for all medical treatments. The Shift Leads are the leads for managing the floor and its flow.

Compensation

• $20.00-29.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Anticipated Schedule

  • 3/12s, Day, Swing Shifts or Overnight Shifts Available
  • Sun-Wed 12pm - 12a
  • Sun, Mon, Wed 7p-7a
  • Various Day Shift 7a-7p
  • Apply to learn more!

Duties: & Responsibilities:

  • Technical Duties
  • Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
  • Proficient IV catheter placement
  • Proficient and accurate drug calculations and administration
  • Quality nursing and husbandry care of patients
  • Strong working knowledge of veterinary procedures and pharmacology
  • Perform in‐hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs, as needed
  • Perform and/or participate in all other diagnostics such as radiology, ultrasound, ECG, BP and glucose monitoring
  • Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs and weights as well as providing client education
  • Provide nursing care for in‐hospital patients including all DVM requested treatments, diagnostics and medications o Accurately and completely record all treatments
  • Conduct pre‐admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients
  • Perform client callbacks as necessary
  • Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians
  • Actively engages in Rounds o Rounds delivered/received at shift changes, anytime a staff member comes/leaves o Rounds will be complete, detailed and relative to patient & client care
  • Examinations & Triage
  • Prepare and maintain exam rooms (cleanliness and stocking of supplies)
  • Assist veterinarians in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; preparing vaccines and medications; and assisting with medical records
  • Collect samples and perform a variety of in‐house diagnostic tests, as needed
  • Fill prescriptions per veterinarians’ instructions
  • Educate clients about medication instructions and administration
  • Perform admission exams for patients being hospitalized, including weight, vital signs and pre‐surgical exam
  • Perform pre‐anesthetic exams on surgery patients if the veterinarian has not already assessed patients
  • Discharge patients as requested; review discharge instructions

Knowledge/Skills

1. Experience equivalent to job duties and responsibilities 2. Excellent veterinary nursing and technical skills 3. Excellent communication skills – written and verbal 4. Strong computer skills 5. Strong ability to multi‐task, delegate and oversee daily work flow 6. Strong working knowledge of emergency veterinary medicine 7. Strong work ethic and professionalism

  • Surgery
  • Set up the surgical area
  • Keep surgical materials stocked
  • Prepare gown and surgical packs
  • Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system; turn off scavenger system after surgical procedures are completed
  • Prepare instruments; knowledge of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
  • Prepare patient for surgery including pre‐op medications, induction/intubation and surgery prep
  • Monitor anesthesia utilizing equipment such as pulse oximeter and electrocardiogram
  • Maintain anesthesia machine
  • Assist veterinarian performing surgery
  • Monitor patients through anesthesia recovery
  • Insure the cleaning of the surgery suite and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocols
  • Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records
  • Ensure hospital patients go home well groomed and in an appropriate medical state; remove catheters

Knowledge/Skills

1. Experience equivalent to job duties and responsibilities 2. Excellent veterinary nursing and technical skills 3. Excellent communication skills – written and verbal 4. Strong computer skills 5. Strong ability to multi‐task, delegate and oversee daily work flow 6. Strong working knowledge of emergency veterinary medicine 7. Strong work ethic and professionalism

Physical

1. Able to properly restrain dog and cat patients for veterinary care and procedures 2. Able to stand, sit, bend, restrain, squat for extended periods of time 3. Able to function within a busy, stressful work environment in a mature, professional manner 4. Able to lift 60 lbs in a safe manner 5. Able to type, write and verbally converse 6. Able to work the posted schedule

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

  • Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine.
  • As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually.
  • The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers.
  • Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence.
  • Discover more at EthosVet.com.
  • Ethos Veterinary Health 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.
  • For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
  • Ethos Veterinary Health 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.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience equivalent to the job duties and responsibilities, along with excellent veterinary nursing and technical skills. Strong communication, computer skills, and a solid understanding of emergency veterinary medicine are also required.

  • Multi-tasking
  • Communication Skills
  • Record Keeping
  • Patient Care
  • Professionalism
  • Computer Skills
  • Delegation
  • Technical Skills
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Client Education
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Emergency Veterinary Medicine
  • Drug Calculations
  • Veterinary Nursing

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$20 - $29/hr
Location
Gilbert, Arizona
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
Closes
Jul 23, 2026
Application
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Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for...

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