Overview
Certified Veterinary Technician – Surgery Jobs in Scottsdale, USA at Stryker Corporation
Veterinary Technician – Surgery
Location:
North Scottsdale, AZ
Company:
Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists – North Scottsdale
We are seeking a full‑time Veterinary Technician to join our surgical veterinary team.
Experience & Skills Requirements
- Has a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a veterinary technician
- CVT/LVT/RVT – current and active
- Has experience in anesthesia and surgical assisting and post‑operative care
- Comfortable with anesthetic patient monitoring of ASA I-III (preferred experience with ASA I-V)
- Familiarity with the use of ventilators (preferred)
- Prepare animals and instruments for surgery
- Able to obtain blood pressure, interpret basic ECG, Sp02, and ETC
02 and integrate clinical signs with disease processes to assist doctors in early and appropriate intervention of patient care - Excellent problem‑solving abilities (judgment, logic, creativity, conflict resolution)
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to observe the behavior and condition of animals
- Provide superior nursing care to recovering or injured animals
- Collect laboratory samples, such as blood, urine, or tissue, for testing
- Perform laboratory tests, such as urinalyses and blood counts
- Comfortable utilizing digital radiography machines to acquire images using proper technique and positioning
- Comfortable utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment
- Administer medications and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
- Collect and record patients’ case histories
Role Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
- Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
- Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state’s Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians and assistants.
- Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
- Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
- Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
- Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
- Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Professional Development
- Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
- Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
- A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
Benefits
- Paid time off including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
- Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
- Pet perks, including free exams and discounts on products and services, at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
- Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
- Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
- 401(k) with employer contribution and no enrollment waiting period
- Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses
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Title: Certified Veterinary Technician – Surgery
Company: Stryker Corporation
Location: Scottsdale, USA
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