Are you a passionate and credentialed Veterinary Technician ready to make a real impact in the lives of animals? Join our dynamic team where you'll do more than just routine care—you'll be a vital part of our surgical and medical services, and have the opportunity to make a difference every single day. If you're flexible, love a challenge, and are ready to step up in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, we want you on our team! Flex your skills, expand your knowledge, and be a hero for animals in need.

Our Veterinary Technicians (Colorado Credentialed/Registered/Provisional) provide clinical and administrative support for the Veterinary Services Department. Schedules are generally full time (40 hours per week), include weekend shifts, and are subject to change according to business need. Shift hours generally range from 7am to 7pm. Emergency hours may be implemented during emergency situations. Overtime will be required as needed. Holidays, evenings and weekend work required as needed. Flexibility is preferred.

NOTE: Certification/Registration with the State of Colorado is a requirement for this job. The Organization will reimburse provisional employees for the cost of 1 VTNE and 1 Colorado license registration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with the surgical program including induction and intubation of surgery patients, monitoring of patients from induction through recovery, preparation of supplies and instruments, restraint of animals, and cleaning of the surgery suite
• Maintains accurate computer and paper records for medications and treatments; enters data into animal shelter software database regarding animal care, medication, surgeries, and follow up; runs reports as necessary
• Performs dental prophy and radiographs, assists veterinarians in dentistry as needed
• Performs physical exams on animals as part of the animal intake process
• Performs basic animal medical assessment and triage as directed
• Administers treatment/medications to shelter animals and completes minor procedures such as suture removal
• Prepares, implements and interprets basic diagnostic tests, such as fecal flotation, urinalysis, point-of-care tests and cytology.
• Submits tests to laboratory as needed
• Performs euthanasia as assigned
• Assists with care of animals including by cleaning cages, feeding, and other tasks as necessary
• Assists with supervising and basic training of associated volunteers and students
• Performs duties such as laundry, cleaning instruments, and other tasks
• Generally works alone, without other Veterinary Services staff, during assigned weekend shifts
• Drives on behalf of the Organization on occasion
• Maintains solid attendance and punctuality
• Adhere to the Standards of Professional Conduct

Job Qualifications:
Education/Experience:

• Graduate of accredited Veterinary Technician school plus one year of relevant technician or applicable experience plus currently registered with the State of Colorado.
• Must be proficient with intubation, IV catheter placement and IV injection techniques.
• Direct animal care and handling experience is required: restraining animals, cleaning cages, administering medication, etc.
• Must be experienced with, and comfortable, monitoring and quickly responding to anesthesia and assisting surgeon as necessary.
• Experience maintaining computerized medical records; Chameleon software, or other animal shelter software, experience preferred.
• Experience with dentals and dental radiology a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years of age (required for insurance purposes).
• Proven bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking a plus and includes a wage premium.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Detail-oriented and able to exercise good judgment when dealing with animal-related concerns.
• Knowledge of basic animal health care; knowledge of animal breeds and colors.
• Proven emotional intelligence, integrity and work ethic skills required. Able to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Able to remain calm and level-headed in a sometimes stressful and emotional work environment.
• Able to use sound judgment when dealing with confidential information.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize job duties in a busy and constantly changing work environment.
• Able to work overtime as needed and during emergency situations.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and insurable driving record; have and maintain personal driving insurance meeting Colorado standards.
• Willing to be rabies vaccinated and have intermittent titer testing.

Application Deadline 9/5/24.