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Surgical Veterinary Technician
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Dr. Kelly's Surgical Unit
Mesa, AZ (In Person)
$46,800 Salary, Full-Time
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Surgical Veterinary Technician Dr. Kelly's Surgical Unit - 3.7 Mesa, AZ Job Details Full-time $20 - $25 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Companion animal handling Spanish Animal hospital experience English Animal care Veterinary technician experience Full Job Description •$250 sign on bonus•Are you passionate about helping animals and looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? We're seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our surgical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys providing high-quality patient care in a supportive, mission-driven environment. If you're tired of rushing from room to room, pressured upselling, or working weekends, this may be the perfect fit. Why Join Our Team? Help pets receive the surgical care they need at prices owners can afford Enjoy a predictable schedule with no weekends Work a 4-day work week Be part of a small, dedicated team making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families Grow professionally with ongoing continuing education opportunities What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will possess: Previous Veterinary Hospital experience ( required ) Strong surgical and anesthesia experience Excellent attention to detail A passion for animal welfare and patient advocacy Integrity, professionalism, and accountability Strong communication skills, both in person and over the phone Excellent multitasking and time-management abilities The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus but not required Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to: Surgical patient intake and discharge Obtaining and recording accurate patient vitals Blood collection and laboratory sample handling Intravenous catheter placement Drawing, logging, and administering controlled substances Patient intubation Anesthesia monitoring and support Accurate medical record documentation Post-operative patient care Cleaning, maintenance, and sterilization of surgical instruments Supporting veterinarians and fellow team members to ensure exceptional patient care Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods of time Ability to safely restrain animals What We Offer 35-40 hours per week 4-day work week No weekends Competitive benefits package including: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Discounts Additional employee benefits Continuing education and professional development opportunities A positive workplace culture focused on compassion, teamwork, and quality patient care About us: Since opening in 2016, Dr. Kelly's has grown from 1 location, to 7, covering the Phoenix, Tucson, and now Flagstaff area, with more on the way! At Dr. Kelly's we are here to help fill the gap for owners looking for quality care without the significant burden of cost. We stand on our 5 core values to help guide us: Compassion, Educate, Integrity, Make It Right, and Take Ownership. Dr. Kelly's Surgical Unit is a family owned, fast growing, surgical veterinary practice who believes in doing what is right for the patient first and foremost. As a customer-centric company we foster a supportive environment focused on providing a judgement free zone for owners. We offer affordable, compassionate and convenient surgical solutions to pets and their parents. The North Valley hospital has 2 Doctors working in close proximity with 9 nurses. We are a fast-paced facility performing 15-20 surgeries per day including but not limited to S/N's, dentals, mass removals, cystotomy, amputations, cherry eye, etc. You will need to be able to move quickly and stay focused. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.