Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Starts at $15 ph; not specified; medical, dental, ...
On-site
Animal handling and restraint
Drawing blood
Placing iv catheters
Desert Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team that cares for a variety of animals, including exotics and small mammals. The position emphasizes a commitment to preventative and urgent care, with a focus on excellent client communication and animal handling

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, routine and emergency surgery, and dental 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 that cares for a variety of animals, including exotics and small mammals. The position emphasizes a commitment to preventative and urgent care, with a focus on excellent client communication and animal handling.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • animal handling and restraint
  • drawing blood
  • placing IV catheters
  • administering medications
  • laboratory skills
  • assisting with radiology

Nice-to-have

  • passion for exotics and wildlife
  • excellent communication skills
  • organizational skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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