Listing Summary

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