We are looking for a Veterinarian Technician!
The purpose of this classification is to provide surgical assistance, post-operative care, administer medications, prepare sample for laboratory examination, and duties consistent with shelter medicine best practices under immediate, direct, and/or indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
Responsibilities
- Assists veterinarians in examining animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries.
- Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly area in all areas used for the assessment, care and treatment of animals.
- Fills medication prescriptions.
- Monitors animals recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms.
- Cleans, maintains, and sterilizes instruments or equipment.
- Examines animals to detect behavioral changes or clinical symptoms that could indicate illness or injury.
- Administer medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Collects laboratory specimens, such as blood, urine, or feces, for testing.
- Prepares surgical equipment and pass instruments or materials to veterinarians during surgical procedures.
- Prepares feed for animals according to specific instructions, such as diet lists or schedules.
- Provides emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.
- Performs routine laboratory tests or diagnostic tests, such as taking or developing x-rays.
- All duties listed for veterinary technicians in the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association – Scope of Practice for Technicians.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year in the veterinarian field
- Candidates may qualify with any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
- Must possess Veterinary Technician license issued by the Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine.
Benefits
- Health/Major Medical
- Dental
- Long Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Pension
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation- Annually
- Paid Sick
- Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay
- Free Wellness Clinic
- Continuing education and licensing fees paid by employer