CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
About The Position
The Certified Veterinary Technician supports a high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) program, with a strong focus on anesthesia and surgical care. The position also provides medical support in a shelter and outpatient setting, including preventive care and wellness appointments and treatment of medical cases involving shelter animals awaiting adoption. The technician communicates with clients, veterinarians, and team members; provides compassionate animal care; assists with training newer employees; and helps maintain medical-supply inventory. The role reports to the Clinic Manager and is classified as non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Veterinary Technician Certification.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or Assistant in a shelter setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of animal care, veterinary medical procedures, and diagnosis and management of common shelter-related diseases.
- Proficiency in performing diagnostic tests and assisting with surgical procedures.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to animal care, including care of fearful, stressed, or behaviorally challenging shelter animals.
- Strong multitasking skills and ability to adapt quickly to changes in protocols, priorities, and work environments.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective in potentially stressful or emotional situations.
- Ability to work around companion animals and with cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, fish, and wildlife.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 40 pounds.
- Available to work an extended schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an animal shelter setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Uphold the PETS Work Culture Agreement through Praise, Engagement, Trust, and Support.
- Communicate effectively with clients, veterinarians, and team members.
- Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Provide hands-on medical care, including vaccines, medications, nail trims, ear cleanings, and gland expression.
- Perform venipuncture, place catheters, administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections, and conduct blood draws.
- Prepare and capture diagnostic radiographs.
- Perform anesthesia induction and intubation; monitor animals during surgery and oversee post-surgical recovery.
- Collect and analyze diagnostic samples, including use of IDEXX in-house analyzers, skin scrapes, in-house antigen tests, parvovirus tests, fecal flotation, and cytology.
- Perform physical examinations on shelter animals and accurately record findings.
- Perform dental prophylaxis and take full-mouth digital dental radiographs on dogs and cats.
- Provide telemedicine to clients with an existing Veterinary-Client-Patient-Relationship under direct or indirect supervision of a Supervising Veterinarian.
- Obtain and maintain licensure as a Certified Euthanasia Technician.
- Assist in training newer employees.
- Assist the Director of Clinic Services with supply ordering by maintaining an inventory of medical supplies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
