Animal Friends, Inc.
Veterinary Technician
Animal Friends, Inc., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Do you have a passion for animal welfare? Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of animals in need? Then consider joining an organization that has been saving, impacting, engaging, enriching, and affecting the lives of the pets and people of the Pittsburgh region for 80 years. Animal Friends, Inc. is looking for a full-time veterinary technician and wants you as part of the team!
Essential Functions :
Administer daily medical treatment as prescribed by the VeterinarianPerform physical exams as directed and document/maintain accurate veterinary recordsPrioritize non-critical cases to best facilitate the movement of animals to the adoption floorContribute to maintaining the cleanliness of animal areas on a daily basisServe as an "on call" technician, being available for phone calls after hours, on a rotating basis, to respond to emergenciesRequirements
High school diploma or GED required. Veterinary Technician/Assistant Degree PreferredIf not licensed/certified as a veterinary technician, candidates should possess a minimum of three years prior work experience or equivalent in animal care and welfare. Shelter experience preferredMust have strong working knowledge of medical terminology, and be proficient in the following: administering injections (all routes), venipuncture for blood sample analysis, fecal and urine sample analysis, taking radiographs, animal restraint, and accurate record keepingMust be familiar with animal welfare and animal careMust be comfortable handling, treating, and restraining dogs, cats, and rabbits of varying size, age, breed, and temperament; other species may be required on infrequent basisMust be 18 years of age or older
Full-time
Description
Do you have a passion for animal welfare? Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of animals in need? Then consider joining an organization that has been saving, impacting, engaging, enriching, and affecting the lives of the pets and people of the Pittsburgh region for 80 years. Animal Friends, Inc. is looking for a full-time veterinary technician and wants you as part of the team!
Essential Functions :
Administer daily medical treatment as prescribed by the VeterinarianPerform physical exams as directed and document/maintain accurate veterinary recordsPrioritize non-critical cases to best facilitate the movement of animals to the adoption floorContribute to maintaining the cleanliness of animal areas on a daily basisServe as an "on call" technician, being available for phone calls after hours, on a rotating basis, to respond to emergenciesRequirements
High school diploma or GED required. Veterinary Technician/Assistant Degree PreferredIf not licensed/certified as a veterinary technician, candidates should possess a minimum of three years prior work experience or equivalent in animal care and welfare. Shelter experience preferredMust have strong working knowledge of medical terminology, and be proficient in the following: administering injections (all routes), venipuncture for blood sample analysis, fecal and urine sample analysis, taking radiographs, animal restraint, and accurate record keepingMust be familiar with animal welfare and animal careMust be comfortable handling, treating, and restraining dogs, cats, and rabbits of varying size, age, breed, and temperament; other species may be required on infrequent basisMust be 18 years of age or older