Why you should work with us:
- You're passionate about helping pets in need
- You're tired of room after room
- You'd like to provide estimates that owners can actually afford
- You like a set schedule with no weekends!
- You're tired of upselling owners
- You want to feel good about the work you're doing!
What we are looking for:
- Attention to detail
- Experienced techs with basic knowledge and strong surgical exposure
- Passionate about animal care and helping pets in need
- A drive to provide exceptional care
- A person of INTEGRITY. Do what you say, say what you mean
- Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently over phone and in person
- Skilled in multi-tasking and time management
- Previous Veterinary Hospital experience (required)
- Bilingual (Spanish and English) would be helpful
What we’ll offer in return:
- 30-40 hours per week
- 4 day work week (Monday-Thursday)
- No weekends!
- Opportunity to be part of a small team that provides exemplary service to communities, pets and their owners. Feel good about the difference your making!
- Great Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Employee Discounts, PTO and MORE!)
- We support your growth professionally and offer regular CE opportunities
Duties are as follows but not limited to:
- Intake/Discharge of surgical patients
- Ability to acquire accurate vitals
- Blood draws
- Catheter Placement
- Drawing, logging and administration of controlled drugs
- Intubation
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Medical record keeping
- Post Op care
- Cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments
- Be able to lift up 50lbs
- Can stand on your feet for long stretches of time.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $21.00 to $24.00/hour based on experience and certification(s)
About us:
Since opening in 2016, Dr. Kelly’s has grown from 1 to 7 locations, covering the Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff areas, with more on the way!
We provide over 20,000 low-cost and free pet surgeries to our community each a year. 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.
Our Queen Creek Hospital has 1 Doctor, supported by a team of five technicians who work closely together in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The hospital performs approximately 15–20 surgeries each day, including spays/neuters, dentals, mass removals, cystotomies, amputations, cherry eye repairs, and other routine soft tissue procedures. Success in this role requires the ability to work efficiently, adapt quickly, and maintain focus while delivering exceptional patient care.
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any scheduling restrictions Mon-Thurs?
- Please explain your surgery experience.
Can you place an IVC?
Can you monitor a pet under anesthesia?
Can you intubate a pet (dog/cat)?
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
