You can make our community a kinder place for animals and their people by joining Humane Educational Society’s (HES) team of lifesavers. HES takes in approximately 3,300 animals a year from the Hamilton County area and boasts an over 90% live release rate as an open-admissions shelter. The organization provides care for homeless animals, adoptions, animal services, volunteer opportunities, foster home support, pet food assistance, trap/neuter release for community cats, and humane education.
High quality veterinary care is essential to the well-being of animals at HES and also provides meaningful purpose driven work for those that are passionate about High Volume High Quality Spay & Neuter. Our team of medical professionals hits the ground running each morning and complete 15-25 surgeries before 2pm on a daily basis. We are committed to providing an inclusive and positive work culture through mutual respect and open communication between team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the veterinarian performing surgery with 20-25 spay/neuter surgeries each working day
- Communicate effectively and professionally with other staff, volunteers, and the public
- Follow guidelines for High-Quality High-Volume Spay/Neuter (HQHVSN) as designed by the ASPCA (www.aspcapro.org)
- Schedule shelter animals for spay/neuter surgeries according to shelter priorities
- Maintain efficient clinic flow of animals to and from surgery, including moving patients, recovery, and general clinic flow
- Ensure adherence to laws and policies regarding controlled substance regulations under supervision of veterinarian, including but not limited to usage logs, storage, handling
- Plan anesthetic care and monitor patients
- Prepare patients for surgery and enforce sterility and safety of patients
- Respond appropriately during an emergency and take directions from veterinarian and/or veterinary technician and maintain competency in CPR procedures
- Follow all written and verbally communicated departmental procedures
- Create, update, and maintain records, physical and electronic, so that information is up-to-date
- Ensure all paperwork is completed promptly and accurately
- Stock and inventory supplies as needed
- Maintain an organized and sanitary clinic area
- Clean patient kennels as needed
- Follow safety procedures as directed by shelter leadership
- Manager other duties, as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2 years experience as a surgery technician
- High school diploma, Associates or higher, and/or relevant certifications preferred
- Commitment to animal welfare mission of HES
- Verification of licensure for LVMTs
- Must agree to provide references and background check
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Highly-motivated, skilled at working in a fast-paced environment
- Must demonstrate core values of HES, on and off the job, including commitment to animal welfare and integrity
- Able to maintain a high standard of professionalism and personal composure, even in high-stress situations
- Willingness to engage in productive, collaborative problem-solving
- Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to veterinary technicians and assistants
- Knowledge of basic veterinary concepts
- Able to handle domestic animals with appropriate care and caution
- Able to learn and apply new concepts to work as instructed
- Able to use computer and shelter software
- Able to lift 50-60lbs repeatedly throughout day, and properly restrain large and/or fractious animals
- The employee will be expected to move animals throughout the shelter, including main kennel areas and animal quarantine areas
- Physical demands include but are not limited to heavy lifting, bending, walking, reaching, sitting, standing, grasping and kneeling, handling syringes, needles, and animal medications