Registered Veterinarian Technician
Part time employment with the possibility of full time employment
OBJECTIVE
To provide medical are as well as humane care and treatment to all animals in the clinic with the policies and procedures established by the Society and the State Laws of California.
Perform admitting duties, including conducting pre-surgical examinations and administering necessary injections. Responsible for the calculation and preparation of patients, including sterilization, administration of pre-surgical drugs and endotracheal intubation. Provide anesthetic induction and monitoring. Assist the veterinarian in surgery as needed. Perform post-surgical monitoring and maintenance of patients, including administration of post-surgical injections. Discharge patients to their guardians after surgery and recovery as needed. Provide emergency medical treatment as needed. Perform euthanasia as necessary. Responsible for the maintenance of surgical packs, instruments and equipment. Responsible for the cleanliness of the surgical areas of clinic, including animal holding cages. Assist receptionist as needed, including administering vaccinations, medical inquiries, etc. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
MUST be a California State Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician
Minimum one year work experience under the direction of a Veterinarian
Minimum one-year work experience working with animals in clinical setting preferred
Must be able to perform IV, SQ and IM injections and place IV catheters
Certified in Euthanasia (or the ability to become certified within the first 6 months)
Demonstrated ability to supervise/direct a staff and group of volunteers through example
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to work well with public, volunteers and fellow employees.
Must be highly motivated towards the welfare and humane treatment of animals
Knowledge of domestic animal care
Familiarities with zoonotic disease control, prevention causes and herd health management in a shelter environment
Must exercise maturity and perform the duties in a professional manner while working under pressure
Must be able to work irregular hours, overtime weekends and holidays as needed
Must be able to repetitively bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 lbs. or more
WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to handle unruly, vicious and dangerous animals in a humane manner.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment that at times can be stressful.
Ability to handle emotional aspects that accompany working in a shelter environment
Understand the potential for exposure to parasites and infectious disease.
To apply please send your cover letter and resumes to:
PHS-SPCA
Attn: Human Resources
12 Airport Blvd.
San Mateo, Ca 94401
650-685-0678 (fax)
careers@PHS-SPCA.org