AAHS offers an extremely competitive recruitment package including the following:
•Competitive salary based on experience: $48,000-$50,000
•Relocation reimbursement up to $3,000
•Up to $1,000 annually for continuing education support
•Paid membership to GVMA
•Medical, dental, and vision benefits with 80% employer paid premium
•401K with up to 5% employer match
•Generous paid time off
•Positive, energetic, supportive work culture
•Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of thousands of
companion animals
Preferred Education:
2 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
The Athens Area Humane Society rescues and protects companion animals by providing for their wellbeing, uniting them with loving homes, and advocating for a compassionate society. Founded in 1899, AAHS is among the first charitable organizations in Athens and one of its most beloved.
Position Overview
The LVT is the veterinarian’s primary medical support and plays a critical role within the clinic. Under the supervision of staff veterinarians, the LVT applies their professional technical skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient care, and client education.
Roles & Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance to shelter veterinarians and communicate changes in patient condition, results of diagnostic tests and procedures and treatment questions
Diagnostics and health assessment of shelter animals
Care of shelter pets including emergency and intensive care as required
Patient and equipment preparation for diagnostic procedures
Monitoring and evaluating shelter animals
Administration of medication
Monitor animals, draw medications, administer medications, shave, intubate and generally prepare animal for surgery as required by veterinarian including blood draws
Efficiently pre-medicate, induce, and intubate any and all patients as necessary
Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions
Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day
Communicate with clients and assist with rechecks as needed
Knowledge and ability to intake and release owned or fostered pets, including delivering instructions in a competent and friendly manner
Maintain records and manage controlled and non-controlled medications as directed
Responsible for maintaining clean work area and animal holding areas
Assist Clinic Manager with patient scheduling and inventory of medical supplies
Take an active role in training veterinary support staff
Schedule
Monday–Thursday (4-10) with ability to work occasional Saturdays for special vaccine clinics
Compensation & Benefits
AAHS offers an extremely competitive recruitment package including the following:
Competitive salary based on experience: $48,000-$50,000
Relocation reimbursement up to $3,000
Up to $1,000 annually for continuing education support
Paid membership to GVMA
Medical, dental, and vision benefits with 80% employer paid premium
401K with up to 5% employer match
Generous paid time off
Positive, energetic, supportive work culture
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of thousands of companion animals
Location
Athens, GA is the home of the University of Georgia. Known as the Classic City, Athens has a vibrant music, cultural, and culinary scene. Great weather and beautiful natural surroundings, Athens has something for everyone!
Associates in veterinary technology needed and/or have met requirements for licensure in GA State
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary and shelter staff in a dynamic shelter environment
Technical skills including phlebotomy, medication dose calculation, knowledge of animal anatomy, medical terminology, anesthetic induction and recovery, and knowledge of disease transmission in a shelter environment
Excellent interpersonal and proactive problem-solving skills
Knowledge of surgical instruments and sterile technique
Ability to carry out both verbal and written instructions
Must be compassionate and highly organized
Highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a positive, professional attitude
Must be proficient at animal restraint for various procedures
Ability to use Clinic HQ and practice management software (training provided)
Basic knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
Athens Area Humane Society is a 501(c)(3), no-kill shelter organized in 1899. We are a community supported shelter on a mission to make high-quality veterinary care, adoption services, and pet health and wellness affordable and accessible for every pet family. AAHS is not affiliated with any other Humane Society or ASPCA. We operate a spay/neuter and vaccination clinic; pet adoption center; humane education programs; pet food pantry, and transport adoptable pets to partner shelters along the East Coast and Midwest. We impose no time limits on how long pets remain at our shelter—a pet remains available for adoption for as long as needed to find a loving home. We provide pets with the level of love and care you would want your own pet to receive. AAHS Society serves 10 counties in Northeast Georgia - Barrow, Clarke, Greene, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, and Walton. Additionally, we provide shelter-to-shelter transport services to 17 countries throughout Georgia.
