Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Veterinary Assistant/Technician Sun Cities 4 Paws Rescue Peoria, AZ Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Teamwork Animal hospital experience Blood sampling Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Medical software English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Animal restraint Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking compassionate and skilled people with veterinary experience to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cats and previous veterinary or animal rescue experience. This role involves working closely with veterinarians to provide high-quality medical and wellness care to cats, ensuring their health and well-being.

Essential Duties:

Be able to work independently to monitor the health and wellness of all cats in the rescue and follow established protocols to provide necessary care. Assist veterinarians in all aspects of maintaining feline wellness-- including laboratory diagnostics, fluid therapy, urgent care as necessary, and the administration of prescribed medications and clinic scheduling. TPR, administer vaccines and other medications, and implant microchips Check in/check out patients for care. Maintain all records and documentation in our clinic management software. Offer an excellent experience every time to our fosters and volunteers. Offer compassionate communication and clear home-care directions for foster cats. Candidates should possess a background in veterinary medicine or animal care.

Preferred skills include:

Proficiency in low-stress/Fear Free feline handling techniques. Knowledge of common feline diseases, conditions, and health concerns. Familiarity with veterinary pharmaceuticals and their administration. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating excellent communication skills.

Qualifications and Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education / Certifications

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Licenses:

High school diploma/GED Valid driver's license required Preferred completion of a veterinary assistant or technician program OR experience at a veterinary hospital or animal shelter.

Knowledge / Skills

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Abilities:

Able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Spanish language is helpful. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary. Proficient with or able to learn/use veterinary software(s).

Other:

Regular attendance, punctuality, and access to reliable transportation are required. Work Environment /

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There will be exposure to dust, heat, cold, and temperature changes; occasional wet floors, and animal noises, odors, and dander. The work environment will consist of indoors and within the rescue and veterinary clinic. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our feline friends and their owners through dedicated veterinary care!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Peoria, AZ 85345 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Peoria, AZ 85345: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person