Spay/Neuter Vet Tech/Vet Assistant (On-Call) - CA Central Valley
About The Position
The San Francisco SPCA is working hard to make change and we need your help! As many know, a growing shortage of veterinarians is impacting hundreds of thousands of California’s shelter and companion animals. We’re seeing delays in medical treatment, overcrowding in the shelters, and more outbreaks of disease. Sometimes, shelters are left with no other option than to euthanize treatable, adoptable pets, while some pet guardians are forced to surrender their animals because they cannot get the care they need. The San Francisco SPCA is seeking a qualified, experienced veterinary assistant who wants to contribute to our goals by helping to fill open shifts with our Central Valley shelter partners in the Visalia, Hanford, Fresno and Stockton areas. Interested professionals with proven veterinary assistant skills, a commitment to teamwork, a positive attitude for problem solving and communication, and the desire to learn and grow should apply. Previous experience in High Quality High Volume Spay Neuter (HQHVSN), animal welfare or shelter setting is preferred. Shifts are scheduled based upon your availability.
Requirements
- proven veterinary assistant skills
- a commitment to teamwork
- a positive attitude for problem solving and communication
- the desire to learn and grow
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in High Quality High Volume Spay Neuter (HQHVSN)
- animal welfare or shelter setting
Responsibilities
- Assist with pre-surgical patient examinations
- Prepare patients for surgery and assist in surgery
- Perform venipuncture, laboratory tests, IV catheter placement and drug and fluid calculations as ordered by the veterinary staff
- Perform intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
- Clean and pack surgical instruments
- Operate an autoclave
- Facilitate good working relationships through teamwork and collaboration
Benefits
- On-call Veterinary Assistants supporting the SF SPCA mission in the Central Valley will be offered all state-mandated benefits as well as a voluntary benefits package provided by a third-party partner organization.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
