Clinic Technician

Humane Society of Southern Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Clinic Technician to support surgical procedures and provide excellent care to animals. In this rewarding role, you'll assist veterinarians during surgeries, manage patient records, and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and care. Join a compassionate team committed to animal welfare and community service, and help make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you're passionate about animal care and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care and animal handling.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical support and patient care.
• Maintain records and ensure facility cleanliness.

Skills

Veterinary care

Client communication

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

EOE Statement It is the policy of the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, Inc. to provide all persons with equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

Category Veterinary

Description

Job Purpose:

Assists in all practices and procedures of surgical support including patient check-in, patient prep, surgical prep, venipuncture, administering vaccinations, laboratory work, treatments of animals as indicated by the veterinarian for HSSA’s Spay/Neuter Clinic. monitoring patient during surgery, recovery of patient after surgery and patient discharge at the end of the surgical day. Assists with community vaccination clinics and wellness clinic. Cleans instruments and wraps surgical packs. Maintains the highest standards of record keeping, facility cleanliness, sanitary conditions and safety standards. Enters data that builds medical records, and prepares end of day paperwork including preparing medications. Assists veterinarians in recheck exams.

Provides constant humane care and handling of the animals. Answers animal related questions, especially those instructions related to procedures performed at the HSSA clinic. Utilizes care to develop cooperative and helpful relationship with other employees and do other work as required. Assists in the training of new employees as directed.

Position Requirements

Position Requirements:

• EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification is desirable but not required.

• EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Two years of experience as a veterinary technician or assistant is desirable but not required.

• PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed or ill or in pain.
• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Is able to work effectively with doctors.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all hospital staff members.
• Has excellent client communication skills.
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position and the possibility of working outdoors in differing climates
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and exposure to zoonotic diseases. Potential exposure of infectious diseases to owned animals

The Humane Society of Southern Arizona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Salary Hiring Range: $16.00 to $16.50

Temporary

Position Clinic Technician

Close Date

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s) Kate Spiderman Ramirez, Kristin Barney, Mariah Rodriguez, Sarah Neuser, Tara Figueroa

Location Humane Society of Southern AZ

About the Organization The Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA), founded in 1944, is a private, independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization with the mission of acting with compassion and responsible stewardship through innovative programs that serve pets and the people who love them. HSSA is the largest charitable animal welfare and protection agency in Southern Arizona with 100+ employees and 1300 volunteers. In 2018, HSSA moved into a new state-of the-art animal shelter and spay/neuter clinic.



Vision: A community in which all pets are cared for and loved



As staff of the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, we pledge to be committed to our team as we are to the organizations mission. We will foster a compassionate environment for each other, our volunteers, and the human and animal clients we serve; empowering one another with knowledge, empathy, encouragement and recognition. We aim to eliminate negativity, support positive and effective communication, promote individual and organizational growth, and work as a cohesive team at all times regardless of tenure, position or department.



HSSA values and and champions diversity and inclusion. these values are part of who we are. Together we will continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our HSSA team and teh communities we serve.

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