Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Kansas City Pet Project•Kansas City, KS

24d•$18 - $22

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing duties administering medical treatments and vaccinations, assisting a veterinarian in performing small animal surgery, assessing the health, well-being and temperament of animals in a shelter environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
2-year degree in Veterinary Technology of 5 years of experience in Veterinary Assistant.
Ability to successfully complete in-house training program.
Have a basic understanding of Microsoft Suite, Shelter Database, Database Analytics & Collection within the first 90 days of employment.
Comfort with Fear Free and Cat Friendly handling techniques or willingness to learn.
Act in a professional manner to contribute to a positive working environment.
Show dedication to animal welfare and KCPPs mission to help animals.
Ability to work under pressure, adapt, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
Ability to accurately receive, report and record information.
Adhere to establish protocols with great attention to detail.
Drive to learn and develop skills.
Work collaboratively within the clinic team as well as other departments within the shelter.
Respect for all people and positions within the shelter.
Exchange diverse ideas and perspectives in a positive manner to achieve organizational goal.
Willingness to learn from and teach others to increase work efficiency.
Ability to be on your feet for up to 12 hours a day.
Ability to kneel, squat or bend repeatedly throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, carry and safely restrain up to 50 pounds.
Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, high noise levels, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, and sharp objects.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a kennel, shelter or veterinary setting preferred.
Customer service experience preferred.
Minimum of 2 years customer service and community outreach experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine technical skills including but not limited to: Basic Animal Nursing Physical Examination Medication / Vaccine Administration (oral, IV, IM, SQ) Client Education Phlebotomy / Catheterization Intubation Induction / Anesthetic Monitoring Surgery Preparation / Recovery Laboratory Tasks (cytology, microscopy, etc.) Radiology Safety / Positioning
Ability to read and interpret animal body language and behavior to achieve the following: Adjust approach or restraint method based on observation. Ensure the safety of staff and the animals to avoid bites and injuries. Reduce stress and fear in the animal.
Working knowledge of common restraint equipment
Understand common animal diseases and health requirements.
Understand proper drug usages, risks, and interactions.
Maintain accurate drug logs and medical records.
Maintain sterility during preparation, procedures and clean up.
Practice proper disease control and biohazard disposal
Understand and follow all applicable laws and regulations.
Ability and willingness to educate adopters and members of the public on basic veterinary concepts in a respectful and professional manner.
Clean commonly used areas (kennels, floors, surgery suite etc.)
Restock commonly used items (syringes, needles, suture, etc.)
Basic medical calculations and computer skills. Microsoft, Gmail, Facebook and PetPoint are most frequently used.
Performs related duties as required.