Veterinary Technician

Technician Objectives: The Overnight Veterinary Technician assists the doctors to the fullest possible extent, to help improve the quality of care given to the patients, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work at Elmhurst Animal Care Center.  

The Overnight Veterinary Technician assists in multiple procedures providing care for animals including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, immunizations, euthanasia as well as client education, marketing and inventory maintenance. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations.  This is an overview of the position and the job responsibilities listed do not encompass the entire position.

Position type and expected hours of work:

·         Full or Part-Time

·         8 hour Shifts Monday – Friday

·         Weekend shifts required

·         Overtime may be required

Education and Experience:

·         Licensed Technician

·         Completed on the job training at a veterinary practice

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Technical:

• Oversee the inventory and purchase of pharmaceutical supplies and drugs including the maintenance of controlled substance and surgery logs.
• Exhibit a technical knowledge of products and medications sold, including dietary products. Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on products and answer their questions regarding product purchase/use.
• Obtain and record patient histories.
• Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
• Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.