Veterinary Assistant

The humane society of yuma • Yuma, AZ

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant must have knowledge of animal husbandry, including a basic knowledge of medicine. They must be able to successfully and humanely restrain animals. Responsible for sterilizing and maintaining equipment, and performing clerical and administrative tasks, are required. A Veterinary Assistant is expected to keep all areas of the clinic clean, organized, and stocked with supplies. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients and patients for whom the clinic provides veterinary services. This position may require some weekends and does require on-call after a probationary training period is complete.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of animal husbandry
• Basic knowledge of medical instruments and equipment
• Must demonstrate the Core Values of the Organization on and off the job.
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to analyze processes for continuous rapid improvement
• Ability to work daily under stress and pressure
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility in dealing with people
• Function calmly in situations that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy
• Be a Team player and Continuous Learning
• Demonstrates Ethical Behavior
• Supports Change
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handling frightened and or unpredictable animals safely and humanely
• Prepares animals for surgery; induces and monitors anesthesia.
• Monitors animals during recovery
• Cleaning / sanitizing of all clinic areas and surfaces including kennels
• Autoclaves and maintains all surgical packs
• Assist on walk-in vaccine clinic days
• Maintains constant vigilance regarding open doorways that could allow pets to escape from the facility
• Establish and ongoing training
• Other assigned tasks, as necessary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED