Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Base: starts at $15 ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
On-site
Animal handling and restraint
Drawing blood and placing iv catheters
Administering medications
Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team, focusing on a variety of pets including exotics. The position offers opportunity for growth and includes competitive pay and benefits

Job Summary

  • This busy, 3-doctor practice sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.
  • The clinic offers a full range of services including diagnostics, chronic disease management, surgery, radiography, dental care, laser therapy, and end-of-life care.
  • AmeriVet offers competitive pay with Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 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, focusing on a variety of pets including exotics. The position offers opportunity for growth and includes competitive pay and benefits.

Salary

Base: Starts at $15 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Animal handling and restraint
  • Drawing blood and placing IV catheters
  • Administering medications
  • Laboratory and diagnostic experience

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for exotics and wildlife
  • Bilingual (Spanish) speakers
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from a Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience preferred
  • Experience with in-house laboratory machines

Work Rights

Not specified

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