Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Cape/Centerville Animal Shelter Clinic

MSPCA-Angell•Centerville, MA

29d•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 work in a clinic that outreaches to underserved local communities and helps care for thousands of homeless animals. Duties 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 our community clinic for low-income clients. The clinic sees an average of 125 owned patients a month and offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice. The position offers a consistent schedule for work-life balance, with the excitement of an urgent care clinic providing lifesaving care to animals in need. It allows individuals to make a real difference in the lives of people and pets by providing care to homeless animals and accessible, affordable veterinary care to underserved communities. This is an opportunity to join the MSPCA, a respected humane organization dedicated to advancing animal health and welfare.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician.
Certification as a Veterinary Technician (if applying for the technician position).
Proficiency in Spanish (encouraged).

Nice To Haves

Experience in anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

Assist staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments for homeless animals.
Assist veterinary team and shelter staff with examination, vaccination, and medical testing of incoming animals.
Provide surgical monitoring for spays/neuters, dentals, and other surgical procedures.
Provide care for animals seen through the community low-cost clinic.
Assist with urgent care needs for animals.