Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Starts at $15 ph; not specified; not specified
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Animal handling and restraint
Administering medications
Drawing blood
** Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join its team, which provides care for a variety of animals including exotics and small mammals. The role includes performing nursing care and assisting in diagnostics, with a preference for candidates who have some surgical experience. **

Job Summary

  • The clinic sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.
  • The practice offers a full range of in-house diagnostics, chronic disease management, and surgical services.
  • AmeriVet offers competitive pay with Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more, along with pet care discounts and career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join its team, which provides care for a variety of animals including exotics and small mammals. The role includes performing nursing care and assisting in diagnostics, with a preference for candidates who have some surgical experience. **

Salary

Starts at $15 per hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Animal handling and restraint
  • Administering medications
  • Drawing blood
  • Placing IV catheters
  • Laboratory skills
  • Diagnostic assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for exotics and wildlife
  • Bilingual Spanish speakers
  • Client education

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from a Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience preferred
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare

Work Rights

Not specified

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