Position Overview The Athens Area Humane Society rescues and protects companion animals by providing for their wellbeing, uniting them with loving homes, and advocating for a compassionate society. We envision a society where all dogs and cats have a loving home and the bond between pets and people is celebrated. Founded in 1899, AAHS is among the first charitable organizations in Athens and one of its most beloved. Thanks to the generosity of individual donors, small family foundations, and legions of community volunteers, AAHS helps, heals, and homes more than 10,000 pets annually. The LVT is the veterinarian’s primary medical support and plays a critical role within the clinic. Under the supervision of the Senior Veterinarian, the LVT applies their professional technical skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient care, and client education. Roles & Responsibilities Provide technical assistance to shelter veterinarians and communicate changes in patient condition, results of diagnostic tests and procedures and treatment questions Diagnostics and health assessment of shelter animals Care of shelter pets including emergency and intensive care as required Patient and equipment preparation for diagnostic procedures Monitoring and evaluating shelter animals Administration of medication Monitor animals, draw medications, administer medications, shave, intubate and generally prepare animal for surgery as required by veterinarian including blood draws Efficiently pre-medicate, induce, and intubate any and all patients as necessary Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day Communicate with clients and assist with rechecks as needed Knowledge and ability to intake and release owned or fostered pets, including delivering instructions in a competent and friendly manner Maintain records and manage controlled and non-controlled medications as directed Responsible for maintaining clean work area and animal holding areas Assist Clinic Manager with patient scheduling and inventory of medical supplies Take an active role in training veterinary support staff Qualifications ● Associate’s degree in veterinary technology needed and/or have met requirements for licensure in GA State ● Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary and shelter staff in a dynamic shelter environment ● Technical skills including phlebotomy, medication dose calculation, knowledge of animal anatomy, medical terminology, anesthetic induction and recovery, and knowledge of disease transmission in a shelter environment ● Excellent interpersonal and proactive problem-solving skills ● Knowledge of surgical instruments and sterile technique ● Ability to carry out both verbal and written instructions ● Must be compassionate and highly organized ● Highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a positive, professional attitude ● Must be proficient at animal restraint for various procedures ● Ability to use Clinic HQ and practice management software (training provided) ● Basic knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite ● Exhibit strong attention to detail ● Bilingual highly desired Schedule Monday through Friday, primarily, with the ability to work occasional Saturdays for special vaccine clinics (with trade-off of one day of your choosing) Compensation & Benefits AAHS offers an extremely competitive recruitment package including the following: ● Competitive salary based on experience: $21.63 to $25.00/hour ● Up to $1,000 annually for continuing education (CE) support ● Paid membership to GVMA ● Medical, dental, and vision benefits with 70% employer paid premium ● 401K with up to 5% employer match ● Paid time off ● Positive, energetic, supportive work culture ● Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of thousands of companion animals Location Athens, GA is the home of the University of Georgia. Known as the Classic City, Athens has a vibrant music, cultural, and culinary scene. Great weather and beautiful natural surroundings, Athens has something for everyone! To Apply Please email resume to Kelly Davidson at: kelly@athenshumanesociety.org. Physical Demands & Work Environment ● Ability to communicate effectively in English ● Ability to restrain animals in a safe and appropriate manner ● Ability to perform radiographs and to comply with state and federal guidelines regarding PPE and exposure to radiation safety ● Potential/prolonged exposure to isoflurane gas ● Ability to tolerate working with various chemicals and cleaning solutions, loud noises, and offensive odors ● Potential/prolonged exposure to various aqueous solutions, including, but not limited to, dish soap, chlorhexidine, isopropanol, hydrogen peroxide, and bleach ● Ability to comfortably interact with companion animals ● Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl ● Ability to see, read, write, talk, and hear ● Ability use hands and fingers, handle or operate objects, reach with hands and arms; climb and balance ● Ability to move throughout the building as needed to meet the requirements of the job Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Salary: $23 - $25 an hour
Employment Type: ["Full-time"]
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