Licensed Veterinary Technician

Seattle Humane•Bellevue, WA

69d•Onsite

About The Position

Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) are involved in all aspects of medical and surgical care in the shelter and clinic. LVTs are trusted and empowered to provide high level nursing care for hospitalized patients and anesthetic support for surgery patients, including maintaining a High-Quality High Volume Spay Neuter flow and other soft-tissue surgeries. LVTs are involved in all aspects of the comprehensive veterinary services provided to shelter pets including exams, surgery, dentals, diagnostics, infectious disease management, neonatal care, geriatric care, intensive care and emergencies. The LVT should be excited about animal welfare, shelter medicine, increasing access to veterinary care, and HQHVSN practices.

Requirements

Must hold a Veterinary Technician license in the state of Washington or ability to transfer license from another state
Certified for euthanasia under Washington State regulations or willing to obtain certification
Familiar with characteristics of animal behavior and utilization of low stress animal handling as related to a clinic/shelter environment
Must be able to use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals
Will be asked to handle large volumes of dogs and cats per day.
Must be proficient at safe animal handling and restraint for various clinic procedures
Must be able to read, write, listen and communicate effectively
Must be able to perform basic mathematical operations
Should be able to identify personal limitations and be willing to ask for help
Proficient at use of computer technology including Microsoft Office programs, email and Internet
Must be able to work for extended periods, standing or sitting for 10 or more hours, and lift and carry up to 30 pounds repeatedly, with or without accommodation.
Additionally, they must be able to bend, kneel, and work on hands and knees repeatedly, as well as use ladders and step stools.
Fine motor skills are also essential, requiring an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers.
Furthermore, the candidate must be able to work efficiently in stressful conditions including frequent interruptions, respond quickly to various medical situations, and rapidly process information with accuracy.
Finally, they must be capable of working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a veterinary setting or animal welfare field preferred

Responsibilities

Works independently caring for critical patients, providing proper medical care as assigned by a veterinarian.
Provides daily nursing care of clinic inpatients, shelter/foster patients, surgical patients and public patients. Able to work independently to provide proper medical care as assigned by a Veterinarian (DVM)
Obtains diagnostics including digital radiography and positioning, phlebotomy, in-house lab analyzer processing
Assists with intake and discharge of patients, sharing information in a friendly and competent manner
Infectious disease treatment, with a focus on Ringworm, Upper Respiratory Infection, Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease, Panleukopenia, and Parvovirus
Animal husbandry duties including cleaning, feeding, watering, medicating and monitoring all animals in the veterinary clinic to maintain high standards of veterinary care
Filling prescriptions
Administer medications, vaccinations, and other treatments
IV catheter placement and maintenance
Assist with euthanasia, perform euthanasia if certified
Responsible for leading the flow and function of HQHVSN surgeries with a surgical support team that sees 20-50 patients daily per DVM.
Responsible for anesthetic induction, monitoring and surgical recovery of patients
Responsible for accurate drug calculations, management of surgical flow and accurate surgical record keeping
Responsible for surgical prep for soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures
Works independently to obtain dental x-rays and perform dental prophylaxis
Assist with the intake and release of surgical patients
Respond appropriately and take a lead role during an emergency and maintain competency during CPR procedures Other:
Work closely with volunteers in the department and related programs and provide support and training as needed. Assist veterinary leadership in training & mentoring staff
Ensure adherence to Seattle Humane policies and safe practices
Work closely with all departments and communicates effectively regarding the medical needs of shelter animals
Communicates in a professional and effective manner with the public, Seattle Humane staff, and volunteers
Represent Seattle Humane in a professional and courteous manner
Follows all written and verbally communicated departmental standard operating procedures
Report any health, behavior, safety, or security concerns to supervisor in a timely manner
Provides a leadership example of collaborative teamwork for the Veterinary Services team and across Seattle Humane departments
All other duties assigned