Emergency Vet Tech: Shelter Care & Surgery

Cobb County Government

Georgia

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Clinic

Fitness Centers

Parental Leave

Job summary

Cobb Animal Services, part of Cobb County Government, seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to assist in emergency, medical, and surgical care for animals in the county shelter. You will support veterinarians, help with anesthesia, radiography, and patient recovery, and maintain essential records.

Under the Department of Public Safety, you will be a critical link to the public and contribute to a safe, healthy community for our pets.

Qualifications

HS Diploma required; AS degree in Vet Tech preferred; two years of animal care experience.
Preferred: Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology.
Valid Veterinary Technician license; must obtain license within two years from date of hire.
Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with exam and treatment of sick/injured animals including triage, restraint, sample collection, and medication administration.
Perform surgical prep and assist with surgeries, anesthesia setup, monitoring, and post-op care.
Maintain inventory and records, prepare forms, and manage drug records and required documentation.
Take radiographs and send digital images as needed; provide basic medical advice when veterinarians are unavailable.
Train Animal Services officers in basic health assessments and clinical procedures; engage with public and adopters.
Perform other duties as assigned.