Shelter Vet Tech: Surgery & Animal Care

Fort-Bend-County,-Tx; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with surgeries, prep, and recovery. Responsibilities include administering medications, updating animal medical records, and promoting responsible pet ownership.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and a background in animal medical environments. The position includes duties in shelter health assessments, vaccinations, and potential involvement in emergency management during local disasters.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4 years experience working in animal medical environment.
• Computer and organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication; interpersonal skills.
• Supervisory and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists veterinarian with surgeries and pre-surgical prep.
• Monitors animals during and after surgery and in recovery.
• Updates medical records of animals in the shelter, including diagnoses, treatments, vaccines and surgeries.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as directed, including vaccines.
• Promotes responsible pet ownership by answering questions from adopters and the public.
• Participates in emergency management during local disasters as directed.

Skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with surgeries, prep, and recovery. Responsibilities include administering medications, updating animal medical records, and promoting responsible pet ownership.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and a background in animal medical environments. The position includes duties in shelter health assessments, vaccinations, and potential involvement in emergency management during local disasters.