Animal Services Technician Lead
About The Position
The Animal Services Technician Lead oversees intake processes for incoming animals, managing physical identification, health assessments, and behavioral evaluations. Supervises placement and housing arrangements, while guiding staff in feeding, cleaning, and handling protocols. Ensures optimal animal care by implementing sanitation, grooming, nutrition, and medication plans tailored to individual needs. Responsibilities include physical identifications of animals, assessing health and behavioral issues, establishing sanitation practices, developing nutrition plans, administering medication as required, provide training on handling techniques, ensuring adherence to animal welfare standards, and performs euthanasia as necessary.
Requirements
- Requires a high school diploma or GED.
- Two (2) years of experience in animal handling and veterinary practices, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
Nice To Haves
- Must hold or obtain a Euthanasia Certification within one year of hire or enrollment in a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician certification program if not already certified.
Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee sanitation protocols for dog kennels and cat rooms to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
- Supervise Kennel Staff to ensure smooth operations and adherence to protocols.
- Perform intake and outcome procedures, including euthanasia, following established protocols.
- Conduct daily assessments of animal health and behavior to detect any changes or issues promptly.
- Administer medications, treatments, and supportive care to animals as prescribed.
- Evaluate animals for spay/neuter procedures and transportation as needed.
- Develop and implement protocols for cleaning and handling contagious animals to prevent disease transmission.
- Properly restrain animals for medical procedures to ensure safety for both animals and staff.
- Utilize a microscope for reading fecal samples, bloodwork, ear cytology, and skin scrapes accurately.
- Assist veterinarians in performing x-rays and ultrasounds as required.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in the medical room and other medical areas to ensure a sterile environment.
- Establish and manage departmental filing system to ensure efficient organization of records.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
