Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital is seeking applicants for the following positions:

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Posted April 1, 2010: Volunteers

Hospital volunteers assist in various functions around the hospital.  They aid the paid staff in achieving greater efficiency by helping with routine animal care and facility maintenance duties.  A volunteer is expected to provide at least 6 hrs of service time weekly.

Qualifications / Requirements

• EDUCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  • High school diploma preferred or currently enrolled in high school
• PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum of 16 years old
    • If under 18 years old, must have written consent by parent or designated adult guardian.
  • Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.

If interested, please submit a letter of interest along with a curriculum vitae to Dr. Kevin Wright kwright@azeah.com

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Posted April 1, 2010: Exotic Pet Veterinary Technician

Exotic pet veterinary technicians are the veterinarian’s primary medical support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnosis and treatment phases.  They maintain the veterinary facilities, equipment, veterinary records, and supplies. They aid the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail.  They have a very significant role in communicating with and education clients about their pets.  They also care for boarding animals.

Qualifications / Requirements

• EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • A current veterinary technician certificate (CVT) in Arizona is desirable but not required.
  • Previous on-the-job training desirable when not a CVT.
• EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum one (1) year clinical experience in the fields of animal health or exotic animal husbandry.
  • Preference given to candidates with at least 1 year clinical experience as a technician in a veterinary hospital with a strong exotic pet caseload.

If interested, please submit a letter of interest along with a curriculum vitae to Dr. Kevin Wright kwright@azeah.com

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