*Rogue Valley Humane Society is looking for a part-time, reliable Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our surgical team! Are you wanting to be part a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals in our area and reduce pet overpopulation? This is a great opportunity with the ability to grow in the veterinary medical field! *
*Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*
* Organizing surgical pack prep station
* Cleaning and maintaining instruments and equipment.
* Cleaning and packing of surgical instruments using proper sterilization.
* Ensure sterilization/processing equipment is monitored for proper functioning and required documentation records are maintained.
* Maintains an adequate supply of sterile packs and supplies to meet area needs.
* Gather, wash, dry, fold laundry, surgical drapes and gowns and store away.
* Stock surgery suites, treatment area, kennel and surgical pack prep station rooms.
* Processes specialty and general instruments and communicates instrument repair needs to supervisor.
* Set up and break down kennel room, treatment stations, recovery area and surgery room.
* Restraint of animals for pre-surgical exams and procedures, blood draws, outpatient procedures, and catheter placements.
* Fill prescriptions and dispense medications
* Walk patients as needed.
* Preparing patient paperwork.
* Assist with patient monitoring and recovery.
* Prompt and accurate data entry of patient appointments and charges into the ClinicHQ management system
* Assist the medical team with special medical cases that may involve intensive monitoring and/or extended hours
*Requirements:*
* 1 year experience in a veterinary setting working as a veterinary assistant or technician (CVT preferred, but not required)
* 1 year of experience with monitoring patients under general anesthesia
* 1 year of experience with autoclaving surgical packs
* Familiar with blood chemistry analyzer machine use and maintenance
* Strong desire to work in an animal shelter setting.
* Detail oriented and well organized.
* Fear Free animal handling and restraint
* Excellent communication skills.
* Self-motivated
* Friendly
* Team-oriented
* Ability to multi-task.
* Able to lift 50 pounds.
* Competent computer skills including reliable and consistent ability to enter data into Animal Shelter Manager, ClinicHQ, and Volgistics programs, as well as effective working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)
* Must have a valid Oregon Driver's License for transport of animals in RVHS van
* Ability to walk, stand for long periods of time and navigate going up and down stairs.
* Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
*Additional Job Information*
* This position will provide between 16-24 hours per week on average.
* This position does not involve working weekends on a regular basis, but may include some on call work on the weekends as needed.
* This position will mainly deal with our surgical department, but some cross training with our feline/canine departments will be provided once established in the position to allow for better understanding/communication amongst departments
*Application Process*
* Applications will be reviewed in the order received and the position will remain open until a qualified applicant is found for the role.
* Please answer all provided supplemental questions on this Indeed job listing for your application to be considered.
Applications submitted without these questions filled out will be automatically rejected.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.
00 - $18.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
Application Question(s):
* Why do you think you would be a good fit to work at the Rogue Valley Humane Society?
* Please provide a brief description about your prior professional animal care experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician.
If you have none, please write "N/A"
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* Animal restraint: 1 year (Required)
* Veterinary technician: 1 year (Preferred)
* Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)
* Patient monitoring under anesthesia: 1 year (Required)
* autoclave use and maintenance: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Grants Pass, OR 97526 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Grants Pass, OR 97526: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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