Veterinary Technician

Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively.
• Performs pre-physical exams including recording patient’s weight, temperature, reason for visit, and brief history.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine complete oral exams and cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics to adjust dosages as needed.
• Monitors patients during anesthetic procedures according to anesthetic safety guidelines.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces (e.g., urinalyses and blood counts) to assist in diagnosing and treating animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, including performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials; maintains technical equipment.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measures medications, and labels containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, including shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas; upholds the hospital’s gold cleanliness standard throughout the facility.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure proper care for all animals and efficient workflow.
• Collaborates with all medical staff to uphold the client communication standard at all times.