Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Starts at $15 ph; depends on experience, education...
Animal handling and restraint
Nursing care in hospital setting
Drawing blood
Our busy, 3-doctor practice sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services

Job Summary

  • Our busy, 3-doctor practice sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.
  • We offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you, including competitive pay with Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more.
  • AmeriVet is committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success, offering tailored development programs and mentorship.

Matching Summary

Our busy, 3-doctor practice sees a variety of pets providing preventative and urgent care services.

Salary

Starts at $15 per hour; Depends on experience, education, licensure, and certifications; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • animal handling and restraint
  • nursing care in hospital setting
  • drawing blood
  • placing IV catheters
  • administering medications

Nice-to-have

  • passion for working with exotics
  • bilingual Spanish speakers
  • client education
  • motivated and well-trained staff

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Experience with proper animal handling
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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