ACE Veterinary Technician - Half-Time Job at County of Gaston in Gastonia

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform. Performs physical examinations, in-house diagnostic testing, administers vaccinations, maintains accurate medical records, prepares and administers medications as part of the established Policies and Procedures. Evaluates an animals health condition in the intake process, prioritizes treatment of animals that are housed in the shelter, and assesses the health condition of animals prior to placement for adoption or rescue. Assist with maintaining inventory of supplies and medications. Assists in monitoring the health of the shelter animal population, including animals under rabies observation and assisted in actions that is required to prevent disease transmission to the public and among sheltered animals. Assists in the foster program with medical checkups and medical concerns of shelter pets in the foster program. Assists Adoption Coordinator and Rescue Coordinator in medical examinations and behavior assessments. Performs euthanasia by injection as needed due to health, temperament, or space needs. Maintaining associated records including DEA controlled substance records. Minimum Qualifications : Graduation with a Associates or Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited school. Must have an active NC Veterinary Technician license registration or be in the process of obtaining NC licensure with at least three (3) years of veterinary tech experience. A copy of your current RVT Certification must be attached to your application. Failure to attach this documentation will result in your application being rejected. Prior experience in shelter medicine preferred.