Mobile Medical Unit Technician - Pima Animal Care Center

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) is hiring an experienced clinic technician to support its mobile medical unit, Karen's Karing Van (KKV). The unit provides complimentary wellness checks, vaccinations, microchipping, and spay/neuter services to underserved communities in Pima County. The role involves compassionate customer service and veterinary care in a fast-paced environment. Training takes place at PACC’s shelter clinic, and events are held throughout Pima County. Events often last 12–14 hours and include weekends. Work assignments may vary according to departmental needs and are communicated by a supervisor. The position requires a valid driver license at application and a valid Arizona driver license at appointment. Applicants must show proof of rabies immunization or receive the vaccine before employment; the full series of pre-exposure rabies immunizations must be completed within nine months of appointment, with recommended boosters maintained during employment unless medically excused or unable to develop immunity. Employment is contingent on driving-record review and may require background screening, a post-offer physical and/or drug screen, and proof of immunization and/or TB screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and six months of experience in a veterinary clinic or a position involving animal handling; OR completion of a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant certification; OR current enrollment in a clinical internship or externship. Relevant education or experience from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
Alternatively, one year of experience working for Pima County as an Animal Care Technician I, Animal Care Response Technician, or closely related position as determined by the department head.
A valid driver license at the time of application and a valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.
Proof of rabies immunization or willingness to receive the rabies vaccine before employment; employees must complete the full pre-exposure series within nine months of appointment and maintain recommended boosters unless medically excused or unable to develop immunity.
Ability to lift, carry, and push or pull up to 100 pounds maximum and 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to bend, crawl, kneel, reach, squat, stoop, and perform tasks requiring grasping and fine motor skills.
Ability to hear and communicate in noisy environments, in person, by phone, and by radio; depth perception and peripheral vision are required.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
At least three months of experience assisting with surgery in a veterinary setting.
At least three months of experience providing triage care to dogs and cats in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

Check incoming animals for obvious health problems and injuries.
Ensure humane treatment of animals at PACC.
Ensure accurate and complete documentation concerning incoming animals.
Assist with administering medication to sick animals as prescribed and directed by a veterinarian.
Clean and sanitize cages, kennels, floors, walls, windows, equipment, and treatment areas.
Assist with animal euthanasia, including following safety protocols for the use and maintenance of DEA Schedule II drugs.
Review and organize documents; create records; and enter and retrieve information using automated systems.
Prepare and update files, logs, status records, and other documentation, and perform required purges.
Assist in maintaining accountability of scheduled drugs.
Administer necessary treatment in accordance with veterinarian directions.
Perform animal triage and treatment.
Perform daily health checks on impounded animals.
Document pertinent animal health data.
Prepare and process euthanized, potentially rabid animals for laboratory analysis.
Collect and dispose of dead animals according to shelter procedures and health codes.
Provide veterinary care and customer service at mobile-unit events throughout Pima County.