Veterinary Assistant - Shelter Veterinary Services

Humane Colorado•Denver, CO

20d•$20 - $21

About The Position

Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice. Purpose of Position: Assist the shelter veterinary services team in providing medical care and treatment for animals, and exceptional customer service to patrons. People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and League business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express concerns.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Ability to work in a team environment
High attention to detail
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: Professional experience in animal welfare/ working with animals

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a veterinary clinic or similar environment
Working knowledge of current veterinary practices
Veterinary assistant certification

Responsibilities

Assist technicians and veterinarians in the performance of medical and surgical procedures.
Administer medications as directed to shelter animals.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain surgical and medical areas.
Maintain medical equipment and supplies.
Handle and move animals prior to and following medical procedures, restraining animals as needed.
Perform data entry to update animal records.
Perform clinic reception duties including handling incoming phone calls, greeting and assisting patrons, scheduling appointments, and filling prescription orders.
Contribute to and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
Assist in the induction and preparation of animals for surgery.
Recover animals from surgery and teach other staff, volunteers, and interns on how to perform the task.
Identify, assist with and be able to perform sample diagnostic testing as directed.
Perform clinic reception duties including handling incoming phone calls, greeting and assisting patrons, scheduling appointments, and filling prescription orders.
Contribute to and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
Perform euthanasia and related tasks.