Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Cape/Centerville Animal Shelter Clinic

Job Description

Full-time 40 hours per week position (Open to Part-Time applicants), Monday - Friday. Sign on bonus for CVTs! Part-time applicants also considered.

The hourly pay rate will be determined based on skill level. Pay rates range from $20-$35 per hour based on experience and certification. Certified Technicians also receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus! Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications.

THE POSITION

We are looking for a Veterinary Technician or Assistantto assist with procedures for homeless animals at our adoption center and with owned patients from our low-cost community clinic.

This is your opportunity to be a part of working in a clinic which outreaches to underserved local communities and helps care for the thousands of homeless animals at our Cape Adoption Center.

Duties 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 125 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 work-life 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 you're about to do some good in your community?

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for applicants with at least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician. Any applicants with experience in anesthesia monitoring are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants with a proficiency in Spanish are also strongly encouraged to apply.

WHO WE ARE

The MSPCA-Angell 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 on-site parking.

full time job

Closing Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2027

Closing Date: January 26, 2027