Reports To: Medical Director, Staff Veterinarian, Veterinary Intern
Division of Duties: 80% Intake, 10% Surgery, 10% Other Duties
Time Requirements: Flexible scheduling available. Weekly hours may range from 20-30 hours per week. Must be able to work weekends.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
Provides“day one” orientation when other senior technicians are absent and offers continued instruction to LSU Veterinary Students matriculating through their Animal Control Rotation
Contributes to the health care of animals and the analysis of animal disease by assisting with surgery, appointments, diagnostics, intake,and necropsy
Assists the veterinarians and veterinary students with pre-surgical and intake examination, treatments, diagnostics, and documentation as laid out in SOPs
Scans animals for microchip and examine for any other signs of ownership; if signs of ownership are found, document findings and change stage appropriately to notify client services department
Route animals appropriately into animal housing based on assigned stage
Assists the veterinarians and veterinary students with surgical induction and prep of animals and aids in anesthetic monitoring throughout surgery
Assists with grant-specific requirements by taking pictures of students on rotation, ensuring that students record performed surgeries, and ensuring students complete the end-of-rotation evaluation
Autoclaves and maintains surgical packs
Administers treatments to animals being made available for adoption
Contributes to the administration of scheduled medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
Keeps the surgery unit and intake exam rooms clean, organized and disinfected
Inputs medicals as instructed by a veterinarian
Schedules surgeries and medical appointments
Perform and interpret results of diagnostic tests (fecals, heartworm tests, FeLV/ FIV tests)
Performs (once certified) and/or assists in humane euthanasia
Knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of this position:
Follow the mission of CAA.
Enjoy working with animals and have a genuine concern for their care and well-being.
Be familiar with all shelter Standard Operating Procedures and the Employee Manual.
Be a self-starter.
Have a working knowledge of breeds, diseases, medical conditions and animal handling and behavior.
Handle animals safely and with patience and gentleness.
Represent CAA in a professional manner in all situations with the public, volunteers and staff.
Create and sustain positive working relationships within CAA, with volunteers, the public and be a team player.
Be patient, courteous and work well under stressful conditions.
Maintain knowledge and ability to accurately work with detailed information in paper and computerized format.
Read, write and communicate effectively.
Learn and quickly adapt to changes in programs and procedures.
Have familiarity with basic word processing systems and medical data and management programs
**Experience in veterinary medicine is preferred, but not required.**
Required Professional Licensing or Certifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid Louisiana State Driver’s License.
Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician through the LSBVM or be willing to become certified.
Physical Demands: The work is performed in the surgery unit, intake office, intake bay, kennels and surrounding areas. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 40 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.
Employee Classification: non-exempt employee
To apply please email resume to tannerh@caabr.org
