Veterinary Assistant

Aza•Fort Worth, TX

51d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting and supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with medical diagnostics and clinical procedures, patient care, laboratory analysis, filling prescriptions, administration of treatments, and maintenance of clinical facilities and equipment. This position is also responsible for assisting with husbandry work at the hospital as needed.

Requirements

Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability
Must possess working knowledge of: Basic methods and techniques of veterinary clinical procedures Observational skills for medical procedures and patient monitoring Basic principles of anatomy, physiology and behavior of a variety of animal species Basic principles and procedures of safe animal handling and restraint techniques of a variety of animal species Operational characteristics of veterinary equipment and instruments
Must possess the ability to: Work with a variety of domestic and wild animals Provide appropriate and timely assistance with medical procedures in a variety of situations and conditions React appropriately and calmly in emergency situations Understand and follow written and oral instructions and priorities as set by supervisor Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Work independently in the absence of immediate supervision Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Maintain mental capacity which permits making sound decisions and good judgments, prioritizing work activities, demonstrating intellectual capabilities Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include sitting, walking or standing for extended periods of time, working closely with others, operating assigned equipment
Current student status or completion of a veterinary assistant program or,
Current student status in an accredited veterinary technology program or,
Prior work experience in the veterinary medicine field

Responsibilities

Assist veterinary technicians during medical procedures including set up and use of equipment and supplies, recording patient monitoring, breakdown and clean up after procedures
Assist veterinary technicians with in-house laboratory analyses and organizing samples for long-term storage
As directed by the veterinarian, assist veterinary technicians with filling prescriptions and administering treatments
Assist veterinary technicians in the daily care of ICU and neonatal patients, following protocols for patient care, monitoring, and record keeping that have been established by the veterinary support manager, senior technician or veterinarian
Follow all safety protocols and comply with regulatory requirements concerning: o Disposal of biological products o Inventory of controlled drugs (DEA) o Radiation Safety (Federal Radiation and Safety Administration) o Protection from zoonotic disease o OSHA
Assist in the maintenance and organization of the clinical supply inventory, and in the proper maintenance of medical equipment, sterile supplies and surgical instruments
Assist hospital staff with cleaning and organizing in the hospital as directed by the veterinarian, veterinary technicians, or hospital keepers and follow all hospital protocols for facility sanitation and disinfection, including janitorial duties
Assist hospital keepers with husbandry duties such as cleaning enclosures from which animals have been moved, cleaning dishes and tools, preparing diets

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
Vision
Dental
Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Supplemental Life
Flexible Spending Account
401k
Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
PTO Rollover
PTO Sell Back
Free Zoo Membership
Free Guest Passes
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs