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Department: Veterinary Services - 09

Job Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
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Reports to Supervising Veterinarian

General Purpose: Provides veterinary and administrative support for the Clinic

The Lead Veterinary Technician assists the Supervising Veterinarian with department administrative
functions, serves as a Euthanasia Trainer, maintains the maintenance schedule for clinic machinery and
performs the tasks of a Veterinary Technician. Veterinary Technicians provide clinical and administrative
support for the Veterinary Services Department. Schedules are full time and will include weekend shifts as
well as some nights, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs all normal duties of Veterinary Technician.
• Performs euthanasia as assigned, will become a Euthanasia Trainer.
• Assists with care of animals in the shelter by cleaning cages, feeding, and other tasks as necessary.
• Supervises and assists with basic training of veterinary students, veterinary technician students,

Other:

• Participates in meetings and on committees as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:
Education/Experience: Graduate of accredited Veterinary Technician school plus one year of relevant technician
experience or a minimum of 4,160 hours (2 full years of relevant veterinary technician experience) and a
commitment to becoming registered with the state of Colorado. Certification/Registration with the State of

October 2023

Colorado by the end of 2023 is a requirement. Non-credentialed candidates meeting the minimum experience
requirements who are in the process of becoming credentialed may apply and continue working towards
registration. Minimum of 1-year previous work experience in a veterinary clinic and/or animal shelter clinic
as veterinary technician OR a minimum of 6 months experience at the Organization as veterinary technician
required; previous surgical assistant experience required. Experience as a veterinary technician at the
Organization or other animal welfare organization is a plus. Must be proficient with intubation, IV catheter
placement and IV injection techniques. Direct animal care and handling experience is required: restraining animals,
cleaning cages, administering medication, etc. Must be experienced with, and comfortable, monitoring and quickly
responding to anesthesia and assisting surgeon as necessary. Experience maintaining computerized medical
records; Chameleon software, or other animal shelter software, experience preferred. Leadership and/or
training experience is preferred. Experience with dentals and dental radiology required.Must be at least 21
years of age (required for insurance purposes). Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding
and speaking a plus and includes a wage premium.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Detail-oriented and
able to exercise good judgment when dealing with animal-related concerns. Knowledge of basic animal health
care; knowledge of animal breeds and colors. Proven emotional intelligence, integrity and work ethic skills
required. Able to work both independently and in a team setting. Able to remain calm and level-headed in a
sometimes stressful and emotional work environment. Able to use sound judgment when dealing with
confidential information. Able to multi-task and prioritize job duties in a busy and constantly changing work
environment. Able to work overtime as needed and during emergency situations.
Other: Valid Colorado Driver’s License and insurable driving record; have and maintain personal driving
insurance meeting Colorado standards. Willing to be rabies vaccinated and have intermittent titer testing.

Working Conditions:
Work Environment: Most work is performed in the clinic or shelter setting; office space is a shared space;
potential for exposure to zoonotic diseases and cleaning chemicals; potential for exposure to dangerous
and fractious animals; potential exposure to high noise levels when in kennel area; potential exposure to
hazardous chemicals, anesthetic gases, ionizing radiation (x-rays), and sharp objects; potential for animal
bites and scratches while handling animals; potential exposure to hay and dust; potential exposure to
deceased animals; potential for exposure to various weather conditions when working outside in kennels
and pens.
Physical Activities: Handling animals of varying types and temperaments. Lifting of up to 50 pounds without
assistance and more with assistance; potential for standing on feet for 8 hours or more a day; driving a
vehicle; cleaning cages (scrubbing); kneeling; bending; squatting; data entry using a computer; walking dogs
on a leash; performing physical examinations on animals; animal restraint; handling syringes and needles.
Audibly listening and verbally communicating.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or
qualifications associated with the job. NOCO Humane conducts background checks, DMV checks and
requires drug testing of all employment candidates.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Benefits for full-time employees include options for medical
and life, dental, vision and supplemental accident insurance; STD/LTD insurance; a matching 403b plan;
paid time off (PTO) accrual; 9 paid holidays and more. Benefits for part-time employees include paid
time off (PTO); a matching 403b plan and more.