Veterinary Support Associate

3 days ago

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Support Associate to join our team at Humane Society Pikes Peak Region. As a key member of our veterinary clinic, you will provide high-quality patient care, assist with medical procedures, and work closely with our veterinarians to ensure the best possible outcomes for our animals.

Responsibilities
  • Provide exceptional patient care, including blood draws, IV catheter placement, nursing care, anesthesia, and surgical preparation.
  • Aid in surgical procedures, provide high-level patient care, and follow up with veterinarians' direction for all animals in the shelter requiring medical treatment.
  • Communicate with customers and other shelter staff concerning the health of animals in the veterinary clinic.
  • Maintain and update medical/surgical treatment records and reports in an accurate and timely manner, in accordance with HSPPR procedures.
  • Work with Staff Veterinarians, Veterinary Services Managers, and Supervisors in developing and adhering to vaccination and medical treatment protocols.
  • Assist the veterinarians with patient exams by providing proper animal restraint, obtaining a medical history from records and/or the owner, performing tasks and treatments as directed, and filling medications.
  • Fills all medications from a central pharmacy and ensures all animals receive the appropriate medication.
  • Administers treatments per the veterinarians' orders and provides exceptional patient care.
  • Provides direction and triage for incoming animals in need of medical attention.
  • Communicates with shelter veterinarians regarding the status of animals in treatment. Reports concerns and triages priorities while working with medical and shelter staff.
  • Reviews all med alerts by examining and medicating as needed as per HSPPR protocols, moving animals to appropriate isolation areas as indicated.
  • Provides medical support for animals in foster care.
  • Performs in-house laboratory testing and radiographs.
  • Calculates appropriate drug dosages and fluid rates for patient care.
  • Administers treatment and/or anesthesia to animals under the direction of Staff Veterinarians.
  • Proficient in intubating, extubating, and anesthesia monitoring.
  • Assists in the maintenance of clinic and facility equipment to assure cleanliness and safety. Cleans and disinfects kennels and health care areas as needed to ensure they are maintained in a sanitary and organized manner. Uses proper PPE and cleaning protocols to prevent disease transmission in the clinic.
  • Provides proper diets for hospitalized patients and charts everything related to medications, diet, and eliminations.
  • Cleans and disinfects parvo and ringworm ward, providing all care and treatment for those patients.
  • Works with and provides training as required for externs and/or volunteers.
  • Assists with Euthanasia as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Ability to effectively read, write, interpret, communicate, perform basic problem-solving, and perform basic math as commonly expected from completion of a High School Diploma or Equivalent Education.
  • Prior animal handling experience required.
  • Two years of experience working in a veterinary clinic or shelter setting required.
  • Veterinary Assistant Certificate from an accredited institution or equivalent education in veterinary technician program preferred.

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