This role is for a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) who provides compassionate and humane medical care to animals in accordance with State of Nevada veterinary law and The Animal Foundation's protocols. The position involves assisting surgeons, monitoring anesthesia, performing surgical recovery, and providing routine medical testing and preventative care.
Responsibilities
Assist the surgeon(s) with preoperative examinations
Conduct and monitor the flow of surgery, ensuring employees and students perform anesthetic monitoring, surgical preparation, and anesthesia recovery correctly
Assist in coordination of work assignments and daily flow of work within the shelter clinic or the Public Spay and Neuter Clinic (PSNC) to maximize efficiency when required
Administer controlled drugs/substances to animals in accordance with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and The Animal Foundation's drug protocols, under veterinarian supervision
Record and reconcile controlled drugs/substances in accordance with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and The Animal Foundation's drug protocols, under veterinarian supervision
Induce, monitor, and maintain stability of all patients undergoing anesthesia/surgery under direction of a veterinarian
Assist a veterinarian with any emergencies that may arise during surgery and/or when an animal is being housed at The Animal Foundation
Assist with surgical duties in a high volume, fast paced environment pursuant to Nevada State law, and under the supervision of a veterinarian
Prep animals for surgical procedures, including shaving hair from surgical sites and using proper surgical scrub techniques, in conjunction with monitoring animals while under anesthesia
Monitor anesthesia while animals are having surgery/in surgery suite, including assisting surgeons with supply needs and opening surgical packs using aseptic technique
Perform surgical recovery, including bringing animals' body temperatures back to a proper temperature, cleaning incision sites, placing any needed e-collars, and nail trims
Intubate animals during surgical prepping and/or during emergency procedures
Microchip animals after proper training
Give rabies vaccines after proper training and under the supervision of a veterinarian
Provide routine medical testing and preventative care to animals as directed, including use of blood machine equipment and collection of samples, urinalysis sticks, microscopic work, and infectious disease testing
Administer and/or assist with administering prescribed medication(s) to animals in accordance with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and Animal Foundation protocols
Sedate animals and record drugs used for euthanasia, surgery, and/or for examinations
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Euthanize an animal under supervision of a veterinarian
Perform health screening exams for shelter animals eligible for adoptions and address any medical alert cards in the shelter
Complete physical exams, fill medications, and complete vaccine administration with foster animals during scheduled appointments
Complete physical exams, fill medications, and complete vaccine administration with paw partner animals during scheduled appointments for transfer to other facilities
Apply bandages, complete wound cleanings/care, ear flushes, and other needed treatments as requested under the supervision of a veterinarian
Complete medicated baths and/or groom animals when needed
Assist veterinarians and/or other staff members by providing safe and adequate restraint with animals during physical exams and medical procedures
Ensure that all animals being housed in the bungalows appear healthy and address any medical alert cards
Inform the shelter veterinarian on duty of medical concerns and assist with any needed further exams/treatments/medication
Assist in The Animal Foundation’s Low Cost Vaccine Clinic by administering vaccines, microchips, and dewormer to publicly owned animals
Administer follow up vaccines/deworming on shelter animals that have been housed at the facility for two weeks or longer
Complete already altered animal treatments to assist with immediate adoption go homes, including rabies vaccine administration, implantation of microchips, and any needed cat testing
Enter the entirety and accurate medical information for all exams/treatments completed into the Chameleon software program for updated animal medical histories
Wash and dry surgical laundry, wrap surgical packs, and autoclave these packs for surgical sterility throughout the day
Ensure that all supplies are available and in adequate supply in all designated areas, including informing manager/supervisors of supplies needed
Receive supplies/inventory and distribute them to their designated areas, including organizing all inventory and informing manager/supervisors of any expired items
Feed and water animals as directed, and supply basic maintenance and animal husbandry for any animals housed in the medical clinic department
Help prevent spread of disease by using proper cleaning protocols daily and/or up to several times throughout the day
Wash and dry kennel and surgical recovery laundry
Perform routine maintenance on medical equipment as needed
Provide information and assistance to internal and external customers as required
Complete surgical discharges of patients to their owners by providing detailed post-operative care instructions, including going over any waivers and/or medical history provided, microchip information, and medications prescribed for patients
Outcome any animal that has left the clinic department into the Chameleon program
Send appropriate emails to internal departments regarding discrepancies, concerns, questions, and follow-ups
Answer the clinic phone and/or check voicemail messages throughout the day and make follow-up calls when required
Train new hires or volunteers
Wear company uniform and otherwise dress appropriately and professionally to project a positive image to the public
Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Equivalent to a degree as a veterinary technician from a college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or the appropriate agency in the state where the college is located
One (1) year of experience in a veterinary clinic, hospital, or animal shelter
Valid Nevada Veterinary Technician (VT) license
Nice to have:
A valid Nevada Veterinary Technician in Training (VTIT) license may substitute for a VT license for a reasonable period of time at the sole discretion of The Animal Foundation
Euthanasia technician credentials from the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy within one year of request at employer expense, with continued employment contingent upon having such credentials
Important Details
Schedule: hourly
About the Company
The Animal Foundation provides compassionate and humane medical care to animals.
