Licensed Veterinary Technician

Position Objectives:

To provide high-quality care for patients of high-volume spay and neuter veterinary clinic

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform pre-op physical exams on and administer vaccines to patients
• Maintain proper and complete medical records
• Perform tests and assess and communicate patients' test results and medical histories to the attending veterinarian
• Work under the direction of the veterinarian to prepare animals for surgery and administer medications, including anesthesia drugs
• Provide administration of anesthetics and monitor patients from prep through their full recovery and independently assess patients' readiness for discharge
• Maintain controlled-drug and supply inventories and conduct appropriate recordkeeping and reporting
• Comply with the applicable laws for licensed veterinary technicians established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
• Complete monthly controlled drug log audit for finance
• Communicate with clients regarding post-operative patient care as well as the results of diagnostic testing and other medical findings
• Establish and adhere to maintenance programs for all medical equipment
• Take charge of fully stocking clinic supplies
• Maintain strict confidentiality about client, patient, and donor information
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Virginia veterinary technician's license
• Previous experience with a controlled-substance inventory
• Previous experience working independently and exercising discretion
• Proven ability to handle confidential information
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• This position requires proof of the COVID-19 full vaccination
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization