Shelter Veterinary Technician — Spay/Neuter Specialist

The Anti-Cruelty Society; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 33.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago, IL seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support the high-volume spay/neuter program and provide comprehensive medical care for shelter animals awaiting adoption.

Responsibilities include anesthesia, vaccines, radiographs, diagnostics, dental care, telemedicine, and training new staff. This is a fast-paced, animal-care focused role within the Clinic department.

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or Assistant in a shelter setting.
• Experience supporting high-volume spay/neuter programs with anesthesia and surgical care.
• Ability to provide preventive care and wellness appointments and treatment of medical cases for shelter animals awaiting adoption.

Aufgaben

• Uphold PETS Work Culture Agreement through praise, engagement, trust and support.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vets and team members.
• Safely handle and restrain animals during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Deliver hands-on medical care including vaccines, medications, and basic nursing tasks.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement and injections; draw blood with precision.
• Prepare and capture diagnostic radiographs for condition evaluation.
• Induce anesthesia, monitor during surgery, supervise recovery.
• Collect diagnostic samples and use IDEXX analyzers; cytology and fecal tests.
• Perform physical exams and record findings.
• Provide dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs.
• Offer telemedicine under supervision.
• Maintain licensure as Certified Euthanasia Technician.
• Assist in training newer employees.
• Assist in ordering supplies and inventory management.

Kenntnisse

Animal care

Veterinary procedures

Diagnostic tests

Surgical assistance

Communication

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Ausbildung

Veterinary Technician Certification

High school diploma or GED

5+ years shelter experience

Tools

IDEXX in-house analyzers

Jobbeschreibung

The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago, IL seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to support the high-volume spay/neuter program and provide comprehensive medical care for shelter animals awaiting adoption.

Responsibilities include anesthesia, vaccines, radiographs, diagnostics, dental care, telemedicine, and training new staff. This is a fast-paced, animal-care focused role within the Clinic department.