Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, Arizona, US
Base: starts at $15 ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
1+ years veterinary clinical experience
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
The clinic is Yuma's only AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Practice offering a full range of services from preventative care to emergency surgery

Job Summary

  • The clinic is Yuma's only AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Practice offering a full range of services from preventative care to emergency surgery.
  • Employees receive competitive pay starting at $15 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching.
  • The role involves working with a variety of pets including cats, dogs, small mammals, exotics, and some wildlife in a busy 3-doctor practice.

Matching Summary

The clinic is Yuma's only AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Practice offering a full range of services from preventative care to emergency surgery.

Salary

Base: Starts at $15 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pet care discounts, Continuing education allowance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years veterinary clinical experience
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills
  • Ability to perform nursing care in hospital
  • Solid understanding of animal behavior

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual Spanish speakers encouraged
  • Passion for working with exotics and wildlife
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Anesthesia monitoring experience preferred
  • Surgical experience including pre/post-op care

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Experience with drawing blood and IV catheters
  • Laboratory skills including in-house machines
  • Diagnostic experience assisting with ultrasounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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