Veterinary Technician

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

If youre looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services community programming and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation engagement and health equity HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Medical Services Manager and guidance of the Lead Veterinary Technician the Veterinary Technician position supports the veterinarians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets provides education on all aspects of pet health and ensures a safe and effective environment. The Veterinary Technician participates in clinical and animal care activities that support the Veterinary Public Health program and implements strategies to enhance disease control as well as the health of shelter and private resident animals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Evaluates health/temperament of animals and advises veterinarian and/or staff as appropriate.
Collects specimens perform in-clinic diagnostic laboratory tests administer vaccinations/treatments and implant microchips under the guidance of the attending veterinarian. Prepare samples for submission to reference labs.
Assists veterinarian with examinations treatments and surgery in any appropriate capacity. Also dispenses medications as prescribed by the veterinarian
Responsible for cleaning feeding and care of animals in surgery and medical areas
Cleans and stocks assigned medical and surgical areas maintains laboratory and surgical equipment including the sterilization of surgical instruments
Responsible for accurate and timely data entry of records within the database.
Follows protocols for safe induction of anesthesia monitors animals while under anesthesia and during recovery
Provides education on responsible pet ownership vaccinations infectious disease preventatives and treatments. Answers questions concerning animal health behavior and care.
Performs radiography based on instructions and guidance of attending veterinarian.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

At least six (6) months of experience in an animal shelter veterinary practice or animal care environment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Must be comfortable working with animals.
Must be able to cope with the difficulties associated with animal euthanasia.
Must have or be able to acquire the skills needed to provide humane animal restraint place indwelling catheters and perform venipunctures.

Core Competencies:

Organizational Leadership

Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

Collaboration

Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity diversity inclusion and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation

Ability to adapt to change

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect
Behaves in an honest fair and ethical manner
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Self-motivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication

Communicates clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbut ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Veterinary Technician Certification

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.
The shelter operates seven (7) days per week and employees may be scheduled to work weekdays weekends and occasional evenings as needed.
Flexibility is required as additional days or hours may be necessary to support emergency response efforts shelter-related activities or community events.

Work Environment:

This job operates in an animal shelter which may include noisy environments and pungent smells.

Physical Demands:

Will be required to bend lift stoop and stand for long periods of time.
Will be required to lift and restrain animals or other objects up to 50 pounds.
Consistently exposed to animals and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available.

Work Location:

Harris County Public Health: Harris County Pets: 612 Canino Rd Houston TX 77076.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Required Experience:

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