Veterinary Technician II - Shelter

Arizona Humane Society; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a passionate Shelter Veterinary Technician to enhance the lives of shelter animals at our Sunnyslope Campus. This full-time role involves supporting veterinarians in medical care and evaluating animals for adoption, ensuring they receive quality care in a nurturing environment. A strong commitment to animal welfare is essential for this role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous PTO program

Up to 8 paid holidays per year

401(k) with employer contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in veterinary setting preferred.
• Knowledge of phlebotomy, immunology, and pharmacology.
• Skills in safe and humane animal handling required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the treatment of shelter animals.
• Independently evaluate animals for adoptability.
• Perform various clinical duties including surgery and diagnostics.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Client education

Education

High school diploma/GED

Veterinary assisting or technician program

Tools

Chameleon software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Every pet deserves a good life. We save the most vulnerable animals and enrich the lives of pets and people. Our mission is made possible with the hard work of our valued employees. Named "Best Nonprofit" and "Best Place to Volunteer" by our community, we offer a friendly, professional work environment with a culture that promotes innovation, compassion and excellence. (Video)

Veterinary Technician II - Shelter

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a full-time Shelter Veterinary Technician to work at our Sunnyslope Campus. Join our compassionate team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of shelter animals. If you're passionate about animal welfare and skilled in veterinary care, apply now to help provide quality medical support and love to pets in need.

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

A Day in the Life:

The Shelter Veterinary Technician will assist the veterinarians in the treatment of animals and independently evaluate animals to determine adoptability. They will assist the veterinarians in all aspects of AHS clinics, including surgery, radiology, dentistry, laboratory diagnostics, client education, clinic asepsis, fluid therapy, and the administration of prescribed medications.

Job Requirements:

• High schooldiploma/GED required.
• Preferably completion of a veterinary assisting or technician program ORexperience at a veterinary hospital or clinic (2+ years required). CVT not required. Education may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary. Proficiency with or able to learn/use Chameleon software (for use with animals in a shelter environment).
• Knowledge of phlebotomy, immunology, parasitology, endocrinology and pharmacology.
• Knowledgeable in anesthesiology.
• Know veterinary medical concepts, including, but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks. Be able to communicate such information to clients.
• Safe and humane animal handling skills are required.
• Work well both independently and cooperatively as part of team.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to hear above the sound of the animals.

There will be exposure to dust, heat, cold and temperature changes; occasional wet floors, and animal noises, odors and dander. Most time will be spent in a typical air conditioned and heated office environment.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.

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