Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team. If you're looking to join a team of dedicated animal lovers, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care, physical exams and surgeries to animals.
- Maintaining the clinic in a clean, sanitized and orderly manner.
- Performs shelter intake exams and weekly foster animal wellness checkups. Performs data entry into computer system on a daily basis.
- Provides on-call emergency phone support for animals in foster care.
- Taking and processing x-rays, performing dental cleanings, updating patient records, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and filling prescriptions.
- Perform routine procedures such as vaccinations, blood draws, and dental cleanings
- Monitor anesthesia during surgeries and provide post-operative care
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration
Requirements:
- Certified or licensed Veterinary Technician preferred
- Experience working in a veterinary clinic or hospital setting; surgical experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stressful situations with composure
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Language:
- ENGLISH AND SPANISH (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Santa Paula, CA 93060: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person