What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant position at Northshore Humane Society?
We are a large veterinary practice and non-profit rescue looking for an experienced, reliable veterinary assistant/ veterinary technician for part-time work at our clinic. This position will work daily in clinic, surgery and shelter medicine. We are a high volume veterinary clinic with room to grow. Tasks to include but not limited to:
- Appropriate patient restraint and handling
- Administering medications by mouth, subcutaneous, intramuscular and IV routes
- Client education
- Venipuncture
- Filling prescriptions
- Obtaining vitals and collecting history from clients for appointments
- Running labs such as blood chemistries, cbc, urinalysis, fecals
- Surgical monitoring, IV catheterization, drug administrations, and intubations
- Diagnostic imaging procedures
- Complete dental prophylaxis and dental charting skills
- Assist with inventory management
- Assisting Veterinarians as needed
- Strong computer skills preferred
- Assistance with daily cleaning of the hospital
- Hours per week: 20
- Working days: Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Uniform allowance
Experience:
- Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $16
