Assisting the veterinarian by performing health checks, surgery, and providing medications for animals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform intake on new animals including exam, vaccines, testing.
• Examine animals in the shelter for diseases, parasites, injuries and other afflictions.
• Assist the veterinarian with diagnostic exams and medical procedures.
• Collect blood, urine, and stool samples as needed.
• Prepare animals for surgery. Monitor health during surgery and recovery.
• Administer vaccinations and medications for animals in the clinic and kennel.
• Perform basic first aid on injured animals.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of medication and medical equipment.
• Clean instruments and surfaces. Wrap packs.
• Clean recovery and other cages in the clinic area. Clean crates if needed.
• Data entry of medical information, procedures, and notes.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.    

• Knowledge of general animal care principles and practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8 hours a day) and to bend and reach to perform assigned work activities.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to interact with impounded dogs, cats and other animals including vicious, stray, sick or injured animals. Ability to handle seeing and dealing with animals that have been abused, neglected or treated cruelly.
• Ability to understand and follow a variety of oral and written instructions/procedures.
• Ability to learn animal management software system and accurately enter information into the software system.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn/perform a variety of animal care related work activities.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
• Ability to handle performing or assisting with euthanasia.

• Must be available to work on weekends.

• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must like animals!