Veterinary Assistant/Technician (Part-time) - Methuen Animal Shelter and Community Clinic

MSPCA-Angell•Methuen, MA

11d•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician to assist with procedures for homeless animals at our adoption center and with owned patients from our low-cost community clinic. This is an opportunity to be part of a clinic that outreaches to underserved communities in Lowell and Lawrence and helps care for thousands of homeless animals at the Methuen Adoption Center. Primary responsibilities include assisting the staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption. This position assists the veterinary team and shelter staff with the examination, vaccination, and medical testing of incoming animals. It also includes surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures for animals awaiting adoption and for animals seen through the community clinic for low-income clients. The clinic sees an average of 350 owned patients a month and offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice. The role involves providing lifesaving care to animals in need and making a difference in the lives of people and pets by providing accessible and affordable veterinary care to underserved communities. This is an opportunity to join the MSPCA-Angell, one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations in the world, dedicated to advancing the health and welfare of animals.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant.
Previous animal handling experience.
Detail animal care experience in cover letter.

Nice To Haves

Experience in anesthesia monitoring.
Proficiency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption.
Assisting the 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 the community clinic for low-income clients.
Providing lifesaving care to animals in need.
Providing accessible and affordable veterinary care to underserved communities.