Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Kansas City Pet Project; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Pet Project is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Assistant in Kansas City, MO. This full-time position involves administering medical treatments, aiding in surgeries, and evaluating animal well-being.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, a degree in Veterinary Technology or equivalent experience, and demonstrate a passion for animal welfare. Strong communication skills are essential as the role involves educating the public about veterinary care. Come be a part of a team dedicated to animal care!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-year degree in Veterinary Technology or 5 years of veterinary assistant experience needed.
• Preferred experience in a kennel, shelter, or veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer medical treatments and vaccinations.
• Assist a veterinarian in performing small animal surgeries.
• Assess the health and well-being of animals.

Skills

Basic Animal Nursing

Client Education

Surgery Preparation

Anesthetic Monitoring

Understanding Animal Behavior

Education

High School Diploma

2-year degree in Veterinary Technology or 5 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PetPoint

Job description

Position: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Location: Kansas City, MO

Job Id: 943

# of Openings: 2

Job Title: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Clinic

Reports to: Chief of Veterinary Medicine

Category: Full-time. non-exempt

Salary: $18-$22/hour; non-exempt, depending on experience and certification

Schedule: 40 hours per week including Saturdays.

Job Purpose:

This position is responsible for performing duties administering medical treatments and vaccinations, assisting a veterinarian in performing small animal surgery, assessing the health, well-being and temperament of animals in a shelter environment.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine technical skills including but not limited to:
• Basic Animal Nursing
• Physical Examination
• Client Education
• Intubation
• Induction / Anesthetic Monitoring
• Surgery Preparation / Recovery
• Radiology Safety / Positioning
• Ability to read and interpret animal body language and behavior to achieve the following:
• Adjust approach or restraint method based on observation.
• Ensure the safety of staff and the animals to avoid bites and injuries.
• Reduce stress and fear in the animal.
• Working knowledge of common restraint equipment
• Understand common animal diseases and health requirements.
• Understand proper drug usages, risks, and interactions.
• Maintain accurate drug logs and medical records.
• Maintain sterility during preparation, procedures and clean up.
• Practice proper disease control and biohazard disposal
• Understand and follow all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to educate adopters and members of the public on basic veterinary concepts in a respectful and professional manner.
• Clean commonly used areas (kennels, floors, surgery suite etc.)
• Restock commonly used items (syringes, needles, suture, etc.)
• Basic medical calculations and computer skills. Microsoft, Gmail, Facebook and PetPoint are most frequently used.

Performance Factors and Necessary Skills:

• Comfort with Fear Free and Cat Friendly handling techniques or willingness to learn.
• Act in a professional manner to contribute to a positive working environment.
• Show dedication to animal welfare and KCPPs mission to help animals.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
• Ability to accurately receive, report and record information.
• Adhere to established protocols with great attention to detail.
• Drive to learn and develop skills.
• Work collaboratively within the clinic team as well as other departments within the shelter.
• Respect for all people and positions within the shelter.
• Exchange diverse ideas and perspectives in a positive manner to achieve organizational goal.
• Willingness to learn from and teach others to increase work efficiency.
• Performs related duties as required.

Working Conditions:

Ability to be on your feet for up to 12 hours a day. Ability to kneel, squat or bend repeatedly throughout the workday. Ability to lift, carry and safely restrain up to 50 pounds. Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, high noise levels, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, and sharp objects.

Qualifications/Educational Background:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-year degree in Veterinary Technology or 5 years of experience in Veterinary Assistant.
• Experience in a kennel, shelter or veterinary setting preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete in-house training program.
• Minimum of 2 years customer service and community outreach experience preferred.
• Have a basic understanding of Microsoft Suite, Shelter Database, Database Analytics & Collection within the first 90 days of employment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 1/2025