Veterinary Technician/Assistant (certification preferred) - Boston Animal Shelter and Community Clinic

MSPCA-Angell•Boston, MA

109d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant 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 Boston communities and helps care for thousands of homeless animals at our Boston 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 the position offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice. The role offers a consistent schedule for work-life balance, with the excitement of an urgent care clinic, providing lifesaving care to animals in need. The position allows for making a real difference in the lives of people and pets by providing care to homeless animals and accessible, affordable veterinary care to underserved communities.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant.
Previous animal handling experience.
Detail animal care experience in cover letter.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT).
Experience in anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

Assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments for homeless animals.
Examining, vaccinating, and medically testing incoming animals.
Surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures.
Assisting with procedures and treatments for owned patients from the low-cost community clinic.
Providing lifesaving care to animals in need.