Animal Health Center
Monitor the health of shelter animals.
Triage cases according to medical need.
Administer vaccines and other preventative medical treatments as outlined by medical.
Prepare patients for spay/neuter surgery, assist in surgery, and monitor anesthesia under the direction of the veterinarian.
Perform intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
Assist doctors and other technicians in performing medical procedures.
Administer medications to animals as directed by staff veterinarians.
Perform venipuncture, laboratory tests, IV catheter placement, and drug and fluid calculations as ordered by the veterinary staff.
Clean and pack surgical instruments.
Operate an autoclave.
Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled substances
Understand standard veterinary terminology, medical math, procedures and animal health issues.
Facilitate good working relationships through teamwork and collaboration.
Shelter Medicine
Perform medical intake physical examinations.
Perform and interpret basic diagnostic tests such as, but not limited to, fecal floatation, skin scrapes, heartworm test, FeLV/FIV tests, etc.
Able to interpret treatment sheets and administer treatment to patients (PO, topically, otic, ocular) under the direction of a veterinarian.
Operate x-ray, proper patient positioning.
Follow veterinary care protocols for animals in the Brandywine Valley SPCA - including medical, behavior and general care protocols for the health and well-being of the animals; individually and as a herd.
Participate in medical rounds as directed by the Director of Medical Services.
Keeps up to date in veterinary medicine with regular continuing education.
Administrative Duties
Maintain and create patient records by accurately recording treatments, examinations and test results on PetPoint software.
Assist with keeping inventory and ordering supplies.
Client and Community Service
Admit and release animals from Brandywine Valley SPCA in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner to both internal and external clients.
Inform clients of any pertinent medical information regarding animal care; communicate release instructions.
Practice and encourage the humane treatment of animals.
Provide quality customer service to clients, volunteers, and staff while actively promoting our mission, services, programs, and events.
Promote donation and giving opportunities as appropriate.
Diversity and Inclusiveness
Work effectively with individuals and colleagues from diverse communities and cultures.
Safety
Ensure a safe work environment; following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practice.
Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk.
Maintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocols.
Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the Brandywine Valley SPCA.
Experience with humane animal handling and restraint techniques of healthy, ill and feral animals.
Experience in caring for and handling animals in a safe, effective and humane manner, especially larger and possibly untrained pets.
Comfortable working in the shelter environment and willing to accommodate animals in the work place.
Computer literate and able to master veterinary software as applicable to clinic operations.
Knowledge of basic dog and cat physiology, anatomy and behavior as it relates to understanding the general health of animals.
Ability to understand and communicate pertinent medical information with colleagues and clients.
Self-motivated and able to initiate and complete tasks.
Work is performed in a shelter/animal hospital setting.
Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing stairs while seeing patients.
Regular sitting at a computer workstation 2-4 hours per day to input patient data.
Exposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel & treatment areas.
Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals.
Repeated lifting and carrying of animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
Consistent exposure to animals and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available.
PAY RATE
$24+ based on experience
$160 monthly incentive for good attendance
The Brandywine Valley SPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and look forward to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Washington, DC 20032 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Washington, DC 20032: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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