Veterinary Assistant

Desert Veterinary Clinic

Yuma, AZ, United States
Starts at $15 ph; depends on experience, education...
Animal handling and restraint
Veterinary clinical experience
Working with cats and dogs
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.
  • At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success, empowering team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive.

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
  • veterinary clinical experience
  • working with cats and dogs
  • nursing care in hospital setting
  • drawing blood and placing IV catheters
  • administering medications

Nice-to-have

  • passion for exotics and wildlife
  • bilingual Spanish speakers encouraged
  • excellent communication and organizational skills
  • client education on pet health

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years veterinary clinical experience
  • Certification from Veterinary Assistant program preferred
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
  • Ability to perform nursing care
  • Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
  • Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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