Shelter Veterinary Technician: Surgery & Triage

Pima-County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima Animal Care Center is seeking compassionate veterinary technicians/assistants to join our surgery and triage teams. The role involves handling animals, administering medications, and maintaining records in a fast-paced shelter environment.

Open seven days a week with rotating shifts; on-site work at the PACC facility, with comprehensive training in surgery and triage procedures. Prior shelter or veterinary clinic experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum diploma or certification as noted; education may substitute with relevant experience.
• Certification as vet tech/assistant or current enrollment in clinical internship.
• Experience handling animals in a veterinary or shelter setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check incoming animals for health problems and injuries.
• Administer medications to sick animals as prescribed by a veterinarian.
• Maintain sanitary conditions by cleaning cages, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Document animal health data and update records in automated systems.
• Assist in euthanasia following safety protocols for controlled drugs.

Skills

Animal handling

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Veterinary technician certification

Clinical internship/externship enrollment

Job description

Pima Animal Care Center is seeking compassionate veterinary technicians/assistants to join our surgery and triage teams. The role involves handling animals, administering medications, and maintaining records in a fast-paced shelter environment.

Open seven days a week with rotating shifts; on-site work at the PACC facility, with comprehensive training in surgery and triage procedures. Prior shelter or veterinary clinic experience is preferred.