Veterinary Technician (Full-Time) $24.00/HR- $26.00/HR Job Category: Operations Requisition Number: VETER013010 Posted: July 18, 2024 Location: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo, CA 94589, USA Description Specific Duties and Responsibilities Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics including, but not limited to: tissue and fluid cytology, blood smear evaluation and estimated cell counts, urinalysis and urine sediment exams, fecal parasite evaluation, pack cell volume, erythrocyte sedimentation, set up microbial pathogen cultures. Prepare and process diagnostic samples for submission to outside laboratories and have familiarity with diagnostic tests and submission protocols. Assist with preventative health programs such as blood draws, scheduled vaccinations, urine and fecal collections. Prepare animals for surgery or treatments by anesthetizing, shaving and disinfecting as needed, catheter placement if required, and vital sign monitoring during procedures. Fill in anesthesia logs and maintain surgery logs. Perform radiographs using stationary and portable x-ray units in a safe manner. Determine proper settings and techniques for various species, maintain records of setting, and label all films appropriately. Maintain and update written and computerized medical records in ZIMS and paper files. Compound, calculate, and dispense medications and maintain the Vet Clinic pharmacy. Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and ensure other hospital equipment are in proper working order. Administrative duties include answering phones, assisting with scheduling appointments for veterinarians, filling prescriptions as requested, maintaining drug cabinets and supplies, responding to immediate health issues, and assisting with concerns from Animal Care Specialists. Assist with conducting postmortem studies and analyses. Follow all safety protocols and understand the veterinary technician’s role in emergency procedures. Perform other miscellaneous duties as required. Skills and Qualifications Minimum 2 years experience as a licensed veterinary technician, license required. Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and ZIMS preferred. Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50lbs. Position is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. Must be able to swim. Valid driver license with clear driving record. Must be able to perform minimum in-house laboratory procedures such as manual CBC’s, fecals, urinalysis, and microbiology. Ability to analyze bird and reptile blood desired. Excellent diagnostic skills and ability to read and interpret clinical laboratory results. Must be able to perform venipuncture on a variety of animals. Proficiency in utilizing ultrasound, radiography, flexible and rigid endoscope equipment. Proficiency in anesthesia for a variety of species. Knowledge of animal restraint techniques required. Must have the ability to communicate veterinary needs to a diversified staff. Must be able to participate and succeed in a team-oriented environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr