RPM is hiring Veterinary Technicians! Interested parties should email their resume to our Clinic Manager, Kiersten Thoma, at kthoma.rpm@gmail Please, share this job posting. Thank you! Veterinary Technician Rescued Pets Movement – Houston, TX Job Title: Veterinary Technician Pay Range: $12.00-$18.00/hr, negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs a variety of semi-technical and technical animal health tasks encompassing animal management, diagnostic laboratory and surgical procedures, and therapy and treatment techniques. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assists the veterinarian with emergency animal treatment, routine examinations, and vaccinations. • May transport animals from cages and restrain animals weighing up to 120 pounds for injections, medication and examination; may administer selected medications. • Assists veterinarian with surgery, including sterilization of instruments and surgical area, animal prep, and monitoring of vital signs; monitors post-operative recovery and reports changes in condition. • Conduct daily exams of animals. • Prepare vet records for weekly transport. • Prepares specimens and performs diagnostic laboratory tests (e.g., microscopic egg counts, etc.). • Maintains animal health and surgical records. • May feed and water animals and clean cages and runs. • May be required to travel out-of-state to support animal transport operations. • Possesses a “can do” attitude and willing to get the job done. • Performs other duties as requested. KNOWLEDGE: Requires an Associate’s of Applied Science degree. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science Certification and/or training in accordance with the A.A.L.A.S. is preferred. Registered vet techs are preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and shelter management software. EXPERIENCE: At least one year of directly related experience as a veterinary technician working in shelter medicine, spay/neuter clinic, wellness clinic, or private veterinary practice is preferred. Animal handling and husbandry experience is highly desired. Must possess a stable work history.
Posted on: Thu, 15 Jan 2015 02:14:24 +0000
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