Vet Tech II

1 week ago

Anchorage, Alaska, United States Alaska SPCA Full time

Vet Tech II

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Alaska SPCA is a nonprofit advocate for pets throughout Alaska. We believe that animals, as living creatures, are entitled to basic rights relating to their care, treatment, and protection. Our mission is to reduce the suffering of Alaska's dogs and cats.

This mission is achieved by:

  • Protecting animals from cruelty.
  • Advocating for the moral and ethical treatment of animals.
  • Providing animals with shelter and care when in need.
  • Educating the public about responsible animal ownership.
  • Providing an affordable spay and neuter program.
  • Offering affordable vaccinations.

Job Summary:

The Veterinary Technician II position is responsible for daily care of all Alaska SPCA surgical patients, assisting with pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients, outpatient veterinary care, general cleaning. This position works closely with customers, clinic veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and customer service staff.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Assist receptionists with triage and incoming patients
  • Perform "pre-exams" on incoming patients and gather brief medical histories
  • Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
  • Ability to draw blood and place IV catheters
  • Handle, calculate and track controlled substances for large volumes of surgical patients
  • Effectively pre-medicate, induce, intubate, all patients as necessary
  • Monitor anesthesia, recognize and respond effectively and safely to abnormalities
  • Perform treatments and administer medications as directed
  • Dispense medications per doctor's orders
  • Able to glove and assist in surgery as needed using proper aseptic technique
  • Effectively run a surgical team and maintain organization of surgical flow when appropriate
  • Handle medical calls when needed
  • Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day
  • Communicate with clients/owners about status of patients as directed by the veterinarian
  • Participate in client education on the health of their pets
  • Knowledge and ability to intake and release patients, including delivering post-operative instructions in a competent and friendly manner
  • Able to respond appropriately during an emergency, able to take directions from a veterinarian and direct others during the event, and maintain competency during CPR procedures
  • Effectively assist in training of Veterinary Assisting and Veterinary Technician I staff
  • Participate in all staff and technician mandatory meetings
  • Duties may include but are not limited to checking patients in, collecting deposits and payments, answering client questions in person, on the telephone, and via email
  • Helping to keep the hospital clean, doing laundry, cleaning cages, etc.
  • Follow all written and verbally communicated departmental standard operating procedures
  • Communicate with clients and assist with rechecks as needed
  • Must exhibit professionalism in behavior and performance at all times by:
  • Maintaining excellent interpersonal relationship skills in dealing with coworkers
  • Communicating in an effective and professional manner with customers and coworkers
  • Represent the Alaska SPCA in a professional and courteous manner at all times
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

  • Communicate in a clear, friendly, concise, understandable manner
  • Ability to relate with clients in a friendly and professional manner
  • Perform work with speed and accuracy while remaining calm in emergency situations
  • Exceptional organizational skills, an eye for detail and the ability to multitask
  • Work collaboratively and effectively with coworkers
  • Adaptable to changing schedules and occasional unexpected needs

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years' experience working as a vet tech

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Veterinary technician experience
  • Knowledge of veterinary clinic procedures and terminologies as directed
  • Knowledge of companion animal welfare issues and sterilization

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
  • Must be able to move/lift up to 50 pounds at time
  • Frequent bending and standing throughout the day

Job Status:

  • Non-exempt; Full time: 40 hours a week

Compensation and Benefits

  • Discounted clinic services in addition to free vaccines and spays/neuters for your pets.
  • PTO

Disclaimer

The Alaska SPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a work environment that values diversity and inclusiveness. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment of all individuals based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, change in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance

We are an at-will employer and conduct pre-employment background checks. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is not a contract - management reserves the right to change its contents at any time.

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