Veterinary Technician

Veterinary technicians and assistants work under the direction of veterinarians and the Practice Manager. They are responsible for assisting with outpatient exams and helping assist with surgical prep.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Load exam rooms and get brief histories from clients

• Educate clients on preventatives and vaccines
• Triage cases according to medical need.
• Administer vaccines and other preventative medical treatments as directed by vet
• Prepare patients for spay/neuter surgery and monitor anesthesia under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Perform intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous injections with confidence.
• Assist doctors and other technicians in performing medical procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, laboratory tests, IV catheter placement, and drug and fluid calculations as ordered by the veterinary staff.
• Clean and make surgical packs
• Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled substances
• Understand standard veterinary terminology, medical math, procedures and animal health issues.
• Facilitate good working relationships through teamwork and collaboration.
• Have a basic understanding of vaccines and common medications used in vet med
• Filling prescriptions as directed by veterinarian
• Operate x-ray, proper patient positioning.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain patient records and invoices during appointments
• Checking prescription requests in a timely manner.
• Calling other vet hospitals for records
• Assist with keeping inventory and ordering supplies.
• Keeping the tech and exam room areas clean and stocked

Client and Community Service

• Admit and release animals from BVSPCA in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner to both internal and external clients.
• Inform clients of any pertinent medical information regarding animal care; communicate release instructions.
• Practice and encourage the humane treatment of animals.

Diversity and Inclusiveness

• Work effectively with individuals and colleagues from diverse communities and cultures.

Safety

• Ensure a safe work environment; following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practice.
• Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk.
• Maintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the BVSPCA.

• Experience with humane animal handling and restraint techniques of healthy, ill and feral animals.
• Computer literate and able to master veterinary software as applicable to clinic operations.
• Knowledge of basic dog and cat physiology, anatomy and behavior as it relates to understanding the general health of animals.
• Ability to understand and communicate pertinent medical information with colleagues and clients.
• Self-motivated and able to initiate and complete tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a shelter/animal hospital setting.

• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing stairs while seeing patients.
• Regular sitting at a computer workstation 2-4 hours per day to input patient data.
• Exposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel & treatment areas.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals.
• Repeated lifting and carrying of animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Consistent exposure to animals and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Animal care: 2 years (Preferred)
• Veterinary technician: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20