Shelter Vet Tech: Animal Care & Euthanasia Support

Daviess County Fiscal Court; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Daviess County Fiscal Court is seeking a Veterinary Technician to care for animals in the shelter and support daily operations. The role requires rotating weekends and the handling of animals, vaccines, and medical procedures, with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology credentials. Kentucky Driver's License and CVT status in KY are required.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: read, comprehend simple instructions, write simple correspondence, present information in small groups.
• Mathematical Skills: perform basic arithmetic, rate, ratio, and percent calculations.
• Reasoning Ability: apply common sense to instructions and problems.
• Computer Skills: familiarity with accounting and payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Check vitals, document findings, administer injections, calculate dosages, monitor animals.
• Perform euthanasia as required, calculate dosages by animal weight.
• Handle and document use of controlled substances per laws.
• Restrain animals to prevent bites and injuries; seek help when needed.
• Manage incoming/outgoing animals, ensure health, cleanliness, vaccines, quarantine.
• Assist contracted veterinarians for alterations.

Skills

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS or BS in Veterinary Technology

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll systems

Job description

Daviess County Fiscal Court is seeking a Veterinary Technician to care for animals in the shelter and support daily operations. The role requires rotating weekends and the handling of animals, vaccines, and medical procedures, with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology credentials. Kentucky Driver's License and CVT status in KY are required.