Veterinarian Technician Shelter Hospital
hace 3 días
San Antonio
Job Description This position is responsible for providing veterinary care for all animals as defined by best practices and standard operating procedures by the Animal Defense League. The veterinary technician carries out designated care, treatment, and other medical care as directed by the veterinarian. Must be able to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced and, at times, emotional environment; work independently and follow directions. Share ADL's vision and mission following ADL's core values: TRUST, INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE, CARE & COMPASSION, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION, SERVICE & COLLABORATION: Lead with trust, integrity, respect, and compassion. Service with excellence, by supporting one another’s growth, celebrating success and improvements. All while being professional, innovative, and committed to our vision. Create a positive work environment and ability to work with all team members cohesively and with a positive attitude. Must be able to work with the public and their demands in a professional and appropriate manner. The veterinary technician position reports to the Hospital Operations Manager. Job Requirements: • High School Diploma or Equivalent, • 2-year experience working as a veterinary technician, at least 1 year in a high-volume or shelter setting., • Veterinarian technician certification is preferred but not required., • Must be able to work a rotating schedule seven days a week including holidays and weekends based off the needs of the organization. Veterinary Technician Job Duties: • Perform daily patient care and treatments on hospitalized pets in lab rooms and medical wet room cages., • Prepare, fill, and administer medications with accuracy and efficiency for all under treatment pets is hospital using appropriate PPE per species and following ADL PPE protocols., • Fill and distribute individual prescriptions to Main Campus buildings, PJ, and foster pets in homes., • Generate and complete daily vaccination rechecks and monthly prevention due for Hospital and Main Campus before Naco campus is open to the public., • Assess daily emails and respond accordingly, fill prescriptions efficiently and notify teams when medications are ready., • Complete daily tasks and closing chores list, disassemble workstations, sanitize, restock, and reset for next day., • Determines animal requirements by conducting examinations and reviewing care plans and records; completing laboratory tests and diagnostics., • Responsible for patient care, retrieving vital, completing monitoring charts, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines., • Complete daily tasks assigned on VT whiteboard related to patient care and individual pet needs, prioritize those needing tests to confirm contagious disease., • Be a role model for PPE, educate and enforce PPE usage for pet safety to reduce exposure to contagious disease., • Perform daily intake workups ensuring pets receive age-appropriate vaccinations, preventatives, and photo documentation on intake properly, and accurately complete paperwork for animal records., • Ensure safe, humane pet handling for all pets during workups, treatments, and exams while pet handling adhere to ADL PPE protocols., • Maintain a clean, disinfected and organized work environment during workup exams and while assisting DVMs with patient care exams., • Provides care for animals by feeding, watering, cleaning living spaces and while observing for clinical signs of disease., • Maintains safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following ADL standards and procedures; and complying with medical/organization SOPs., • Collaborate and assist DVM team with medical procedures, treatments, and suture/staple removals., • Assist with Leads and Leaderships on space, pet housing, pet transfers from Naco, PJ and collaborate efficiently to identify disease., • Assist surgery team with support if needed with non-ADL S/N services such as COSA ferals, Community cats, Public owned pets, and Shelter Partner pets., • Participate in COSA community pet vaccination and microchip clinics throughout the community for pet wellness., • Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/Qualifications: Knowledge of Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Documentation Skills, Analyzing Information, Clinical Skills, Creating a Safe and Effective Environment, Performing Diagnostic Procedures, Use of Medical Technologies, Attention to Detail, Patience, Verbal Communication. Required Knowledge, skills and abilities: • Animal health procedures and practices, • Animal anatomy and basic surgical techniques, • Methods and procedures of animal care, • Safety procedures and techniques, • Medications, tools and instruments used in veterinary medicine., • Perform basic examinations of animals, • Handle animals of all sizes, species, and under all types of conditions., • Administer oral, SQ, and injectable medications., • Calculate and administer medications using medical protocols while under DVM supervision., • Working knowledge of x-ray practices and procedures Physical demands and working conditions: Physical requirements include frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds with assistance/ visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to climbing, kneeling, lifting, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and walking to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, noise, dirty environment, confining workspace and unfavorable odors. Ability to work in an emotional environment. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person \nCompany Description The Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL) is a non-profit organization that rescues homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens and provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live-release facility until they are matched with their forever families. Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for responsible pet ownership. The Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL) is a non-profit organization that rescues homeless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens and provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live-release facility until they are matched with their forever families. Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for responsible pet ownership.