Part-time position (10-20 hours on average)
Summary
The Lead Veterinary Technician at Tails Humane Society supports their high-volume spay/neuter clinic by assisting the veterinarian with surgical procedures, ensuring animal safety and well-being, managing surgical flow, and maintaining clinic operations.
Job responsibilities
- Assist the veterinarian in setting up surgical procedures, maintaining a smooth flow of patients, and adhering to safety protocols while ensuring treatment areas are kept clean and organized.
- Efficiently pre-medicate, induce anesthesia, intubate animals, and prepare all patients for surgery, ensuring their safety throughout the process.
- Administer medications, vaccinations, and assist with maintaining accurate clinical records in the shelter database.
- Handle 35-55 animals per day (dogs and cats), ensuring their comfort and safety during procedures.
- Assist with the intake and release of patients, delivering post-operative care instructions clearly and professionally.
- Recognize and address animal behavior issues (e.g., aggressive or fearful behavior, fractious/feral cats) using appropriate safety equipment and techniques.
- Assist with cleaning the clinic, prepare surgical packs, and ensure necessary equipment is sanitized and ready for use.
- Work independently and collaboratively within the veterinary team, providing essential care and support to animals.
- Take inventory, prepare weekly clinic supply orders, and ensure the clinic is properly stocked.
- Assist with euthanasia procedures when necessary, with compassion and professionalism.
Qualifications
- CVT status or equivalent experience required.
- Minimum of one year of experience as a veterinary technician in a clinic environment; shelter clinic experience is a plus.
- Experience with animal handling, restraint, and behavior assessments, as well as administering intravenous injections and intubating animals for surgery.
- Experience in anesthesia and surgery is required
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Self-motivated, with the ability to challenge physical and mental capabilities and recognize personal limitations.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage fluctuating priorities and multiple tasks.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Work Conditions
- Primarily works in a high-volume surgery environment, requiring the ability to manage multiple procedures and a fast-paced setting.
- Frequent exposure to high noise levels, industrial cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, and animal waste.
- Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, bites, and scratches from animals.
- Safety procedures must be strictly always adhered to ensure personal and animal safety.
- Requires working as a key member of the surgical team, contributing to the overall flow and success of the procedures.
Part Time Position
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person