Veterinary Technician

Society for Conservation Biology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join a passionate team in the heart of the nation's capital. This role offers a unique chance to provide essential medical care to animals, from routine wellness checks to surgical support. You'll deepen your veterinary skills while fostering the human-animal bond and improving access to care. With a commitment to personal growth and community service, this position promises a rewarding experience in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Care Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient technical skills in administering medications and surgical support.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and safety practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform intake exams and administer treatments on various species.
• Assist with surgical support and monitor recovery.
• Update and maintain patient files and population management software.

Skills

Medikamentenverabreichung

Phlebotomie

IV-Katheterplatzierung

Surgical Support

Blut- und Urinanalysen

Verhaltensbeobachtung

Kundenservice

Microsoft Office

Education

Zwei Jahre Erfahrung als Veterinärtechniker

Zertifizierung als Veterinärtechniker

Tools

Datenbankmanagement-Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job DescriptionJob Description
Job Summary:

The Humane Rescue Alliance seeks a Veterinary Technician to join a dynamic team of medical professionals to provide consistent medical care to animals in the nation's capital. This role offers a unique opportunity to support animals in need, deepen your understanding of shelter and community medicine, and develop your veterinary skills. The veterinary technician provides a wide range of medical care and guidance, from basic wellness and care information to surgical support for shelter animals and owned animals. Candidates should have a working knowledge of veterinary medicine, animal shelter procedures, and animal care and behavior.

Join an organization dedicated to fostering personal growth, providing opportunities for learning, and serving both the animals and owners of our nation's capital. Candidates must be committed to providing incremental levels of support to owned animals, with an emphasis on improving access to care and strengthening the human-animal bond.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Rotate between the medical center, surgery center, and community clinic.
• Perform intake exams and begin treatments on patients following our protocols and standard operating procedures; administer vaccinations, parasiticides, and routine screenings on a variety of species.
• Perform surgical support, including but not limited to surgery prep, anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, recovery, emergency intervention, as well as general cleaning and equipment management.
• Assist with training new and existing veterinary support staff on daily operations, software systems, and technical skills.
• Assist Veterinarians with patient appointments for illnesses, including obtaining patient histories, addressing client or foster parent concerns, performing indicated diagnostics, administering treatments, and reviewing discharge instructions.
• Work with other departments to determine the best pathway of incoming animals i.e.; Adoption, Transfer, Medical Treatment, Spay/Neuter etc.
• Assist in surgery, including but not limited to induction, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery.
• Perform shelter rounds and monitor population health.
• Update and maintain population management software, patient files, review care plans, and handle other administrative duties, as necessary.
• Perform diagnostics and collect and prepare laboratory samples for analysis.
• Calculate, administer, and record medications; complete controlled drug logs; fill prescriptions.
• Perform and assist with euthanasia of shelter animals.
• Maintain departmental procedures and protocols regarding humane care and treatment of animals, exam area cleanliness, and safety guidelines.
• Always represent HRA in a professional and courteous manner. Provide quality service to the public, volunteers, and employees recognizing their individual contributions to the success of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proficient technical skills, including but not limited to administering medications, phlebotomy, placing IV catheters, surgical support, analyzing blood, urine, fecal samples.
• Knowledge and skill in restraint and handling techniques, general animal safety practices, and ability to recognize animal behavior patterns.
• Previous Fear Free Certification or successful completion of Fear Free Shelter certification within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn animal shelter procedures and protocols.
• Successful completion of HRA Euthanasia Certification program within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to routinely work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively and with confidence in a high-stress, fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment, in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadline pressures. Ability to be flexible, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer-service orientation. Ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner with a variety of individuals representing the public, board members, volunteers, donors, and employees.
• Proficient use of programs including Microsoft Office programs, the internet, and database management software to efficiently accomplish work.
• Passion for the HRA mission, and for caring for all animals regardless of age, breed, temperament, or species, and supporting and educating members of the public, free of judgment or bias.
• Ability to manage the emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment in a positive, professional manner.
• Must be comfortable and proficient (or willing to become proficient) in animal-handling situations and have a strong desire to help animals and people, and commitment to life-saving programs and services.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted regularly, 50+ pounds assisted.
• Ability to be comfortable working with cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, fish, and wildlife.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity daily, including but not limited to lifting and carrying, reaching, stooping, squatting, and bending. Regularly moves about the facilities to coordinate work. Typically stands, bends, stoops, and crouches while working special events.
• Due to the nature of shelter work, may be exposed to deceased, fractious, or aggressive animals; common allergens; hostile or irate persons; zoonotic or other diseases; unpleasant noises, odors, or sights; and extreme temperatures.

Education and Experience:

• Two or more years of experience as a veterinary technician in an animal hospital or shelter. Certified or licensed Veterinarian Technician preferred.
• One-two years of progressively responsible experience in an open admittance animal shelter preferred.

The Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental and select offerings for pets. Additional information may be provided upon request.

Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. A salary premium may be offered for multilingual candidates who demonstrate proficiency in written and oral testing.

HRA is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. Accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.

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