Intake Veterinary Technician in Naples, FL – (job id: 1682311651)

Job title: Intake Veterinary Technician Company: Humane Society Naples Job description: Applicants: Communication about your application will be via email through our applicant tracking system. Please "whitelist" the domain name @ in your email account to ensure that messages from our application system reach you. Additionally, check your spam regularly to ensure you receive messages from us. Are you a shelter veterinary technician? Or are you a vet tech who would like a change of pace from traditional private practice? Would you like to help save the lives of homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, and other furry friends in need? Humane Society Naples (HSN), SWFL's premiere no-kill shelter, is seeking candidates for the position of Intake Veterinary Technician. We seek a caring, enthusiastic, skilled veterinary nurse to join our team and make a difference in the lives of companion animals. $2000 Hiring Bonus upon successful completion of 90 days of employment! Starting wage of $19.00/hr depending on skill and experience. Additional compensation negotiable for a highly experienced veterinary technician. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week, 5 days per week including at least one weekend day. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: • At least 1 year employment as a veterinary technician is required. An Associate's Degree from an accredited vet tech program may be substituted for paid experience. • Willingness and ability to handle newly arrived and resident shelter dogs, cats, and other companion animals of a variety of sizes and temperaments, who may be fearful or have unknown medical or behavioral histories or issues • Experience caring for and treating neonate kittens and puppies strongly preferred • Restrain animals safely in a low-stress manner • Administer oral medications • Perform injections and venipuncture • Maintain accurate records • Familiarity with common companion animal diseases and associated symptoms • Familiarity with commonly used veterinary instruments and equipment • Lift up to 40lbs • Work well within a team • Understand and follow directions • Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks • Maintain a positive demeanor in a fast-paced environment • Computer literate with a willingness and ability to learn new software. Experience with ShelterLuv preferred but not required. • English fluency is required. Ability to speak Spanish or Haitian Creole in addition to English is preferred. Compensation: • $19.00/hr depending on skill and experience. Additional compensation negotiable for a highly experienced shelter technician. • $2000 hiring bonus paid after successful completion of 90 day introductory period. • Generous benefits package including individual medical / dental / vision insurance at little cost to the employee, paid time off, and veterinary discounts. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. HSN is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, visit hsnaples.org/careers Expected salary: $19 per hour Location: Naples, FL Job date: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 04:47:31 GMT Apply for the job now!