Animal Shelter Veterinary Technician

Our client is searching for a Clinic Technician to maintain the well-being of their shelter animals.

JOB SUMMARYThe Clinic Technician position is a key role in the composition of the staff for maintaining the wellbeing of our shelter animals by tending to their medical needs.

Clinic technicians must be self-motivated, team player, dependable, able to multi-task, and enjoy caring for animals The primary functions are to work in our processing clinic doing intake exams on all animals that come into the shelter.

This includes giving vaccines, drawing blood, microchipping, trimming nails, assessing medical needs, daily evaluation and care of animals, maintenance of preventative health programs and medical protocols, keeping records up to date in PetPoint.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIESSupport organization in daily functions including the general care and maintenance of the facility and all animals including morning cleaningAssist in the processing of animals coming into the shelterExamine animals to determine if there is a need for treatmentGiving medication to the animals on campus that are being treated for various conditionsKeeping track of inventoryWalk and exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental healthMaking rounds to check on animals listed on the medical board for inspectionKeep up to date Animal InventoryPerform animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping, trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning earsCollect, prepare, maintain, and record animal information, such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intakeEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other organizations, and the general publicMaintain the shelter by performing tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out the trash, cleaning bathrooms, and checking equipment and suppliesAssist other staff members on occasion with such tasks as helping restrain an animal, helping clients with their pets, etc.Make medical decisions in regards to continued animal care Perform other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT The Clinic Technician will work both indoors and outdoors.

Must be able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods of time.

Must be able to have reliable transportation to conduct all work at the shelter in Summerville.

This role requires flexibility and the ability to stand, lift, kneel, crouch, and bend.

Requires routine use of medical supplies and clinic equipment.

Light travel is required.

QUALIFICATIONSAbility to work well with cats and dogsKnowledge of shelter medicinePossess reliable transportation to/from workPossess a minimum of a high school degree or equivalentThis position requires many detailed tasks and multi-tasking abilities.

Must be able to work effectively in a team environmentAbility to work during the week as well as weekends and holidaysAbility to stand for long periods of timeGood driving recordCertified vet tech or vet assistant preferred