Veterinary Technician - Clinic

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 About Harris County Public Health:
 Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 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.

 Brief Position Overview:
 Under the supervision of the Wellness Veterinarian and Director of Veterinary Operations, the Clinic Veterinarian Technician participates in clinical and animal care activities that support the Veterinary Public Health Pet Wellness program. This position also serves as support to other sections as needed.
  
 Duties & Responsibilities:

50% Harris County Pets Clinic Functions
 

• Performs physical exams on animals including a variety of animal health procedures encompassing diagnostic laboratory tests, administers vaccines/medications, and assists with or performs medical treatments. 
• Prepares prescribed medications with proper labeling as directed   
• Collects laboratory samples and performs in-house testing and preserves those samples that must be shipped offsite for more comprehensive testing 
• Performs radiographic examinations based on the instructions and under the guidance of the attending veterinarian 
• Responsible for cleaning and stocking medical areas and maintaining diagnostic equipment 
• Ensures all instruments and equipment are properly sterilized/disinfected and stored 

 20% Surgery
 

• Using protocols responsible for the safe induction of anesthesia, monitors animals while under anesthesia and during recovery.
• Assists the veterinarian with surgery, including sterilization of instruments and surgical area, animal prep and monitoring of vital signs; monitors post-operative recovery and reports changes in condition. 
• Cleans and stocks the medical & surgical areas, maintains surgical equipment, and sterilizes instruments.

15% Data Entry/Reporting
 

• Schedules appointments
• Prepares appointment room(s) prior to scheduled patient visits
• Assists the veterinarian with routine patient appointments and procedures. 
• Prepares the invoice and collects payment for the client
• Responsible for routinely performing an inventory of veterinary drugs & vaccines and reporting results to the veterinarian.

 10% Shelter Functions
 

• Routinely evaluates health and temperament of sheltered animals and advises the veterinarian and/or the kennel supervisor as appropriate.
• Administers prescribed medications as directed and administers vaccinations per VPH protocols.   
• Promotes responsible pet ownership and answer questions concerning animal health, behavior, and care.

 5% Other Duties
 

• Responsibilities include other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event. 

 

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx 
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• At least six (6) months of experience in an animal shelter, veterinary practice or animal care environment is required 

OR 
 

• Completion of a veterinary assistance or technical program.

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.
• Understands the organizational mission
• Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
• 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
• Ability to adapt to change
• 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
• 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 documentation, but ONLY the information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Education

• Associate’s Degree.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a Veterinary Technician with the Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Full-Time; 40 hours per week.
• This position requires flexibility in schedules.

Salary: 

• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 Pay Periods

Work Environment

• This job operates in an animal shelter environment.

Location

• Veterinary Public Health- 612 Canino Road, 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.

Salary : $37,440