Per Diem Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant - Northeast Animal Shelter and Community Clinic
About The Position
We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or a Veterinary Assistant to pick up at least 3 per diem shifts per month to assist with procedures for homeless animals at our adoption center and with owned patients from our low-cost community clinic. This is your opportunity to be a part of working in a clinic which outreaches to underserved local communities and helps care for the thousands of homeless animals at our Northeast Adoption Center in Salem, MA. Primary responsibilities include assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption. This position assists our veterinary team and shelter staff with the examination, vaccination and medical testing of incoming animals. This position also includes surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures for animals awaiting adoption and for animals seen through our community clinic for low income clients. This position offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice. Enjoy a consistent schedule that allows for a work-life balance while also having the excitement of an urgent care clinic, providing lifesaving care to animals in need. Make a real difference in the lives of people and pets by providing care to homeless animals in need and providing accessible and affordable veterinary care to underserved communities. This is your opportunity to join the MSPCA, one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations in the world. Working for an organization that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds a wonderful dimension to delivering high quality veterinary service. Can you imagine waking up each working day knowing that you’re about to do some good in your community?
Requirements
- CVT or at least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant with previous animal handling experience.
- Detail animal care experience in cover letter.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in anesthesia monitoring
Responsibilities
- Assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption.
- Assisting our veterinary team and shelter staff with the examination, vaccination and medical testing of incoming animals.
- Surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures for animals awaiting adoption and for animals seen through our community clinic for low income clients.
Benefits
- Per diem shifts available
- Hourly pay rate determined based on skill level
- Assistant level pay rates range from $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
- Certified Technician level pay rates range from $24.00 - $35.00 per hour
- Consistent schedule that allows for a work-life balance
- Opportunity to work for one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations in the world
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
