Veterinary AssistantTechnician - Boston Animal Shelter and Community Clinic
Veterinary AssistantTechnician - Boston Animal Shelter and Community Clinic
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Job Description
Fulltime 40 hours per week position Monday Friday.
THE POSITION:
We are looking for aVeterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician to assist with procedures for homeless animals at our adoption center and with owned patients from our lowcost community clinic.
This is your opportunity to be a part of working in a clinic which outreaches to underserved Boston communities and helps care for the thousands of homeless animals at our Boston Adoption Center.
The hourly pay rate will be determined based on skill level. Assistant level pay rates range from $20.00 $26.00 per hour and Certified Technician level pay rates range from $24.00 $30.00 per hour.
Primary responsibilities include assisting staff veterinarian with procedures and treatments required to ensure and maintain the health of homeless animals awaiting adoption. This position assists our veterinary team and shelter staff with the examination vaccination and medical testing of incoming animals. This position also includes surgical monitoring for spays/neuters dentals and other surgical procedures for animals awaiting adoption and for animals seen through our community clinic for low income clients. We see an average of 350 owned patients a month and the position offers exposure to a diversity of surgical and medical cases rarely seen in private practice.
Enjoy a consistent schedule that allows for a worklife balance while also having the excitement of an urgent care clinic providing lifesaving care to animals in need. Make a real difference in the lives of people and pets by providing care to homeless animals in need and providing accessible and affordable veterinary care to underserved communities.
This is your opportunity to join the MSPCA one of the oldest and most respected humane organizations in the world. Working for an organization that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds a wonderful dimension to delivering high quality veterinary service. Can you imagine waking up each working day knowing that youre about to do some good in your community
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
We are looking for applicants with at least one year ofexperience as a veterinary assistant with previous animal handling experience. Any applicants with experience in anesthesia monitoring are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please detail your animal care experience in your cover letter.
WHO WE ARE:
The MSPCAAngell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.
OUR BENEFITS:
Our compensation package includes health dental and life insurance 403(b) retirement plan tuition reimbursement paid holidays sick and vacation time employee discounts for pet health care and free onsite parking.
If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring nonprofit this may be the career you are looking for.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
