Veterinary Assistant-Shelter Medicine

This position provides veterinary technical assistance for fourth year student instruction for the mobile spay/neuter trailer. The mobile surgical unit is a program that provides spay/neuter services and basic care for shelter animals maintained at facilities without a veterinarian or surgical facilities. The shelter medicine rotation is an elective course. Approximately 90 senior veterinary students will participate each year and approximately 4500 animals will be surgically altered annually. The shelter medicine assistant is responsible for surgical preparation, anesthetic induction/monitoring, intra-operative assistance, and immediate postoperative care for shelter animals on location at regional facilities. This position is also responsible for coordination of activities with regional shelters, medical records, and oversight for stock and cleaning of the mobile surgery unit.

This position is on-site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• One year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Association preferred but not required.
• Vet Asst. experience in a shelter setting or small animal primary care practice. A working knowledge of sterile technique and general anesthesia. Ability to perform word processing and data entry procedures on a personal computer. Be willing and able to master new techniques.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital or shelter setting. Clinical teaching and/or supervisory experience will be considered a beneficial asset to this position. Have excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Three professional references

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

$14.54 - $21.81 per hour