Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Starts at $15 ph; not specified; medical, dental, ...
On-site
Experience with proper animal handling
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Ability to perform nursing care
Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team that handles a variety of pets, including exotics and small mammals. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment

Job Summary

  • The clinic sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.
  • The position involves anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience, as well as laboratory and diagnostic experience.
  • AmeriVet offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, pet care discounts, and career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

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Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team that handles a variety of pets, including exotics and small mammals. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Salary

Starts at $15 per hour; Not specified; Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience with proper animal handling
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Ability to perform nursing care
  • Solid understanding of animal behavior
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Skilled in drawing blood
  • Skilled in placing IV catheters
  • Skilled in administering medications

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with exotics
  • Bilingual (Spanish) speakers encouraged
  • Experience with wildlife

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from a Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience preferred
  • Laboratory skills
  • Diagnostic experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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