Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $22-24 / hr

Veterinary Technician

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Alaska SPCA is a nonprofit advocate for pets throughout Alaska. We believe that animals, as living creatures, are entitled to basic rights relating to their care, treatment, and protection. Our mission is to reduce the suffering of Alaskas dogs and cats.

This mission is achieved by :

• Protecting animals from cruelty.
• Advocating for the moral and ethical treatment of animals.
• Providing animals with shelter and care when in need.
• Educating the public about responsible animal ownership.
• Providing an affordable spay and neuter program.
• Offering affordable vaccinations.

Job Summary :

The Veterinary Technician II position is responsible for daily care of all Alaska SPCA surgical patients during our high volume spay / neuter days and procedure days. Assisting with pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients, outpatient veterinary care, general cleaning. This position works closely with customers, clinic veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and customer service staff.

Essential Job Duties :

Maintaining excellent interpersonal relationship skills in dealing with coworkers

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Job Status :

Compensation and Benefits

Disclaimer

The Alaska SPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a work environment that values diversity and inclusiveness. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment of all individuals based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, change in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance

We are an at-will employer and conduct pre-employment background checks. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is not a contract - management reserves the right to change its contents at any time.