Veterinary Technician: Shelter Medicine & Patient Care

Better Together Animal Alliance; Ponderay (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Health savings account

Paid time off

Job summary

Better Together Animal Alliance in Idaho is seeking a Veterinary Technician under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian to uphold BTAA veterinary health practices and support shelter and foster care, intake exams, rounds, and surgical assisting.

Responsibilities include medical record keeping, vaccine clinics, euthanasia assistance, inventory control, and collaboration with the Care Center Manager. Requires minimum 2 years veterinary hospital experience, teamwork, and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience in a veterinary hospital or care center setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Proficient in MS Office programs and computer knowledge/experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to comprehensive health care programs including record-keeping, disease surveillance, physical examinations, vaccination, parasite control, disease testing and treatment.
• Educate staff and volunteers about animal disease spread and control.
• Assist with intake, examinations, diagnoses and timely treatment of sick/injured animals.
• Provide emergency medical care as needed and transfer to outside clinics.
• Monitor health through daily rounds and maintain medical records.
• Assist in animal euthanasia when needed.
• Coordinate with Veterinarian for routine surgeries and vaccines.
• Review care center pet records for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure proper protocols are followed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Record keeping

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Better Together Animal Alliance in Idaho is seeking a Veterinary Technician under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian to uphold BTAA veterinary health practices and support shelter and foster care, intake exams, rounds, and surgical assisting.

Responsibilities include medical record keeping, vaccine clinics, euthanasia assistance, inventory control, and collaboration with the Care Center Manager. Requires minimum 2 years veterinary hospital experience, teamwork, and valid driver's license.