Are you passionate about working with exotics, birds, cats, dogs, and small mammals?  Do you want more variety in your work life?

We are currently looking to hire a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team at Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, Arizona. Our busy, 3-doctor practice sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.   Bilingual (Spanish) speakers encouraged to apply!

Relocation Assistance Available to qualified candidates!

Salary: Starts at $20 per hour, and depends on experience, education, licensure, and certifications.

Location: 995 S 5th Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

Schedule: 4/10-hour shifts; Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 6 pm, closed Sundays and major holidays.

Who We Are:

Desert Veterinary Clinic is a general practice veterinary clinic in Yuma, AZ, run by Dr. Cheryl Haugo. Some of the veterinary services we offer are vaccine and preventative care and a full range of in-house diagnostics, chronic disease management, routine and emergency surgery, digital and dental radiography, dental cleaning and extractions, dietary recommendations, laser therapy, and end-of-life care. Our skilled veterinary team is committed to educating clients on how to keep their pets healthy through all stages of life!

Yuma’s Only AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Practice!

What the Clients Say:

“My dog was recently very sick, I called Desert Veterinary Clinic, and they took her that afternoon. She was given wonderful care and was increasingly better by the next day! The staff and Doctor there are amazing.  I am thankful for their help with my youngest baby.” Deborah H.

Who You Are:

• ​2+ years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) in Arizona, or eligible to transfer/acquire state license within 3 months of hire required
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with small animals, birds, exotics, and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint for a variety of species
• Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital or outdoor setting
• Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
• Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Dental procedure experience, scaling, polishing, radiology
• Skilled in IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
• Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation
• Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis

What Makes Us Different 

Your well-being matters to us. AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve, and as a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

• Competitive pay with Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more!
• Pet care discounts for your pets
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Over 200+ locations all over the US to choose between with AmeriVet partnering practices
• A great place to work with motivated and well-trained staff
• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

Learn more about us at: https://desertvet.com/ or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business  #LI-RT1