Spay/Neuter Vet Tech & Assistant - Relief Shifts

Sf Spca; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State-mandated benefits

Job summary

The SF SPCA is seeking qualified veterinary assistants and Registered Veterinary Technicians to fill relief shifts with our Central Valley shelter partners in Visalia, Hanford, Fresno and Stockton. Shifts are scheduled based on availability, with HQHVSN clinic experience preferred.

Compensation is $24 per hour for Veterinary Assistants and $28 per hour for RVTs during HQHVSN clinics. Relief staff receive all state-mandated benefits and join a mission-driven team committed to animal welfare.

Qualifications

• HQHVSN experience preferred but not required.
• Teamwork and communication are essential.
• Commitment to learning and growing in shelter veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-surgical patient examinations.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist in surgery.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Conduct laboratory tests.
• Administer intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia.
• Clean and pack surgical instruments.
• Coordinate care protocols with shelter staff.
• Comply with laws pertaining to controlled substances.

Skills

HQHVSN experience

Teamwork

Communication

Veterinary patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

The SF SPCA is seeking qualified veterinary assistants and Registered Veterinary Technicians to fill relief shifts with our Central Valley shelter partners in Visalia, Hanford, Fresno and Stockton. Shifts are scheduled based on availability, with HQHVSN clinic experience preferred.

Compensation is $24 per hour for Veterinary Assistants and $28 per hour for RVTs during HQHVSN clinics. Relief staff receive all state-mandated benefits and join a mission-driven team committed to animal welfare.