Veterinary Technician
Daviess County Fiscal Court
2 reviews
Owensboro, KY 42301
$19.54 an hour - Full-time
Daviess County Fiscal Court
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Job details
Salary
$19.54 an hour
Job Type
Full-time
Qualifications
• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• Veterinary experience: 3 years (Preferred)
• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Full Job Description Applications will only be accepted though:
https://www.daviessky.org/application-for-employment/
Summary : Responsible for the daily care of the animals in the Shelter/Spay and Neuter Clinic and assisting in the daily operational duties as needed. Assist with surgical procedures, requires working rotated weekends facilitating the adoption and redemption of animals and the technical handling of and caring for animals at the shelter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assist with surgical procedures at Spay and Neuter Clinic and follows the instructions of the Veterinarian
Check and document vitals, give injections, calculate dosage for medications; draw blood samples and monitor animals throughout the day
Performs euthanasia on injured, sick, dangerous or unwanted animals by means of lethal injection; calculates dosage requirements for euthanasia procedures according to the weight of the animal.
Handles and documents the use of controlled substance in compliance with state and federal laws
Responsible for cleanliness of animals cages, litter and food pans. Washing and sanitation of pans, rags, and towels included.
Restrains animals to prevent animal bites, seek assistance from other, when needed, to prevent injury to self, others and animals
Communicate with clients about their animal’s health and explain instructions and recommendations in a manner that is understandable for each owner, check clients in and out, handle money and give correct change when needed, provide an environment for the animals that is comfortable and as stress free as possible.
Handles incoming and out-going animals including checking health, cleanliness, and necessary medical treatment for animals including vaccines and taking necessary precautions such as putting animals in quarantine. Removing animals from cages/cars to sort into appropriate cage area in Animal Shelter. May involve handling wild or angry animals putting employee in danger of animal bites or scratches.
Exhibits good communication skills with co workers
Responsible for animal inventory and reporting number of adoptions, euthanasia and animals kept at shelter.
Acts as Animal Control Officer on an as needed basis.
Supervises volunteers, community workers, and inmates assigned to the animal shelter, when applicable.
Assists with foster home placement, adoptions and rescues, as needed.
Assists with clerical operations regarding the public via telephone or visitation to the Animal Shelter. Includes fielding complaints and servicing citizens with adoption and redemption of animals.
Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); veterinarian technician or three (3) years related experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Valid Kentucky driver's license, Veterinary Technician Certification preferred
Applications will be accepted through September 16, 2021 & may be submitted at
www.daviessky.org EOE
Applications will only be accepted though:
https://www.daviessky.org/application-for-employment/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.54 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Veterinary experience: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
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