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Veterinary Technician roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in veterinary technology or a related science. Employers in animal hospitals, research institutions, and veterinary schools file Labor Condition Applications with DOL before petitioning USCIS. Annual cap slots are limited, so timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-240388
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team.
LOCATION: 1648 N Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Swing Shift,
Wednesday through Saturday, 4:00 pm–2:00 am
4 days, 10-hour alternative work week
SALARY: $24 - $30 per hour
WHY WE NEED YOU
As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals.
You’ve worked hard for your credentialing, and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Radiology
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Laboratory work
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER US
At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
- You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
- You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
- We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision and paid vacation (for F/T employees only), 401(k), generous personal pet care discounts, and more!
Apply today!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
LOCATION
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-240388
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team.
LOCATION: 1648 N Country Club Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Swing Shift,
Wednesday through Saturday, 4:00 pm–2:00 am
4 days, 10-hour alternative work week
SALARY: $24 - $30 per hour
WHY WE NEED YOU
As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals.
You’ve worked hard for your credentialing, and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Radiology
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Laboratory work
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER US
At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
- You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
- You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
- We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision and paid vacation (for F/T employees only), 401(k), generous personal pet care discounts, and more!
Apply today!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Veterinary Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
H-1B approval for Veterinary Technician roles hinges on holding a bachelor's degree or higher in veterinary technology or a directly related biological science. A two-year associate degree alone won't satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard, so confirm your credential level before applying.
Search LCA filings to find sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Veterinary Technician roles by employers who have active Labor Condition Applications on file with DOL. This shows you which animal hospitals, universities, and research facilities have a documented history of H-1B sponsorship for this occupation.
Target research institutions and veterinary schools
Universities and federally funded research centers are often cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition bypasses the annual lottery. If your role involves research or is affiliated with a qualifying nonprofit institution, you can start work at any point in the year.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating your offer
Run the job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before you receive a formal offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area, so knowing Level I through Level IV ranges helps you evaluate whether an offer is compliant.
Confirm your state veterinary technician license is transferable
Most states require a separate license to practice as a Veterinary Technician, and requirements differ across jurisdictions. If your employer is in a different state than where you're currently licensed, start the reciprocity or endorsement process early so your credentials are in place before your H-1B start date.
File before the April cap registration deadline
USCIS opens H-1B cap registration each March for roles subject to the annual 85,000-slot limit. Your employer must register you during that window. Missing the registration period means waiting a full year, so align your offer timeline to be petition-ready by late February at the latest.
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Find Veterinary Technician JobsVeterinary Technician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Veterinary Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in veterinary technology, animal science, or a directly related biological field. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field, or that list a degree as preferred rather than required, face higher scrutiny from USCIS. Clinical and research-focused positions at hospitals and universities typically meet the standard more cleanly than general technician support roles.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Veterinary Technicians?
Veterinary schools, university research programs, pharmaceutical companies with animal research divisions, and large specialty animal hospitals are the most common sponsors. You can browse employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation on Migrate Mate, which filters roles specifically by verified H-1B sponsorship history rather than employer self-reporting.
Can a cap-exempt employer hire me as a Veterinary Technician without going through the lottery?
Yes. If your role is based at a qualifying nonprofit research organization, university, or government research institution, your employer can file an H-1B petition outside the annual cap at any time of year. Many veterinary research and teaching positions fall into this category. Confirm the institution's cap-exempt status directly with the employer before your application timeline depends on it.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers or clinics?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so changing employers requires your new employer to file a new H-1B petition before you start working for them. Under H-1B portability rules, if you've had your petition approved for at least 180 days and the new petition is filed while your current one is still valid, you can begin working for the new employer as soon as the petition is received by USCIS.
Does my state veterinary technician license affect my H-1B application?
State licensure doesn't directly determine H-1B eligibility, but your employer will typically require it as a condition of employment, and USCIS officers may view an active license as supporting evidence that the role is a genuine specialty occupation. If your license is from a different state than the job location, begin the endorsement or reciprocity process early so it doesn't delay your start date after approval.
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