Veterinary Technician, Surgery
- Category
- Veterinary Technician
- Job ID
- 34488
- Role Type
- Full-time
- Hospital
- All Creatures Animal Clinic
Surgery Technician
All Creatures Animal Clinic – Phoenix, AZ
Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who loves surgery, anesthesia, and hands-on patient care? All Creatures Animal Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona is growing and looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician with strong surgical experience to join our team!
We’re looking for someone who is comfortable supporting patients throughout the surgical process—from preparation and induction through anesthesia monitoring and recovery—and who wants to continue building their skills alongside an experienced, collaborative team.
As a teaching hospital, we prioritize continuous learning and development. Our team actively collaborates, shares knowledge, and supports one another in strengthening both technical and professional skills.
At All Creatures Animal Clinic, we are an AAHA-accredited hospital providing high-quality care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets (excluding avians). With 8 DVMs and a large, experienced support team, technicians have the opportunity to fully utilize their skills while continuing to grow professionally.
About Our Culture
As our hospital continues to grow and evolve, we’re looking for technicians who thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited to contribute to the future of our team. We value positivity, adaptability, teamwork, and exceptional patient and client care.
We’re also proud to partner with Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary, helping rehome senior pets within our local community.
If you’re looking for a role where you can build on your surgical and anesthesia experience, practice high-quality medicine, and work with a team invested in your growth, we’d love to meet you!
Why Work With Us?
- AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high-quality medicine
- Opportunity to utilize and expand your surgical and anesthesia skills
- Work alongside experienced DVMs and veterinary technicians
- Opportunity to work with dogs, cats, and exotic pets
- Collaborative, supportive teaching environment
- Opportunity to fully utilize your technical skills
- NVA dental training opportunities
- Local continuing education support based on hospital needs
- Culture that prioritizes mental health, collaboration, and personal wellbeing
- Fast-paced environment with opportunities for continued professional growth
What You’ll Do
- Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures
- Assist with induction, intubation, anesthesia, and surgical preparation
- Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals throughout procedures
- Support safe, attentive post-operative recovery
- Assist veterinarians during surgical and dental procedures
- Administer medications, treatments, and fluids as directed
- Place IV catheters and collect laboratory samples
- Run in-house diagnostics
- Monitor hospitalized patients
- Perform patient restraint and low-stress handling techniques
- Educate clients on treatments, medications, and preventative care
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment and surgical area
- Deliver exceptional patient care and client communication
What We’re Looking For
- Previous veterinary technician experience required
- Strong surgical and anesthesia experience
- Confidence with anesthesia monitoring and surgical patient care
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) preferred, but not required
- Strong technical and client communication skills
- Ability to recognize changes in patient status and communicate effectively with the medical team
- Positive, dependable, and team-oriented approach
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital
- Desire to continue learning and developing advanced technical skills
Benefits
Full-time team members are eligible for:
- Health insurance benefits
- Free mental health benefit options
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive PTO plan
- Employee pet discounts
- Continuing education opportunities
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

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