Overview
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ at Aztec Animal Hospital
A vet tech performs a wide variety of animal nursing duties under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. Since states regulate the types of tasks that vet techs can perform, the scope of your responsibilities can vary by location. Generally, a vet tech is authorized to do any task assigned by a licensed veterinarian, with the exception of diagnosing medical conditions, prescribing medications, and performing surgery.
Many of the most common vet tech duties resemble those that registered nurses perform for human patients. Some typical vet tech responsibilities include:
Performing diagnostic tests and X-rays
Preparing animals and instruments for surgery
Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments
Providing emergency first aid or general nursing care
Observing and reporting on the behavior and condition of animals
Restraining animals for examination or treatment
Administering anesthesia and assisting during medical procedures
Collecting and recording animal case histories
Educating animal owners on home care
Assisting veterinarians
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid time off
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
No nights
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Technician
Company: Aztec Animal Hospital
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
