Acequia Animal Hospital is currently looking to hire an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience with rooming patients, drawing blood, placing IV catheters, radiology, assisting in surgeries, and proper animal handling & restraint, and being a positive and motivating team member. Salary: $18 - $21 per hour, and depends on experience, education, licensure, and certifications. Schedule: 4/10-hour shifts per week. May included ½ day on Saturdays. Closed on Sunday and all federal holidays. Location: 3600 Calle Cuervo NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 Who You Are: 3+ years clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant. Knowledge of industry tools and equipment Passion for working with animals and their owners Experience with proper animal handling and restraint Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories Perform basic exam procedures Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular) Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique) Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX lab machines Excellent client communication/education Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members Acequia Animal Hospital aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff! Our busy, 3-doctor established practice is a high-volume, high-performing team of veterinary assistants and client service team members. We are looking to add an adaptable, efficient VT to our team! What Makes Us Different Referral program join our team, bring your friends, and get paid! Career development and advancement opportunities. CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you! Learn more about us at: https://www.acequiaah.com/or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business #LI-RT1 At AmeriVet, were committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Heres what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet, we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. When you join us, you're stepping into a career with a mission and purpose and not just a job. Whether you're in a hospital or part of our Support Center, your work helps deliver essential high-quality care for the pets and families who count on us. As a veterinary professional at AmeriVet, you can expect the freedom to do your best work with clinical autonomy and a culture that trusts your expertise. Plus, youll have a full network of supportfrom local team leaders to a dedicated Support Center thats here to help, not hover and the tools, resources, and real career growth, no matter where you start. Your voice matters here. Your work has purpose and were here to help you grow in a way that feels meaningfulfor you, your team, and the pets and clients in the community around you.
