SFDK Vet Tech Intern - $26.00/HR
Canada's Wonderland, Vallejo, CA, United States
Responsibilities
Clean and maintain professional appearance of Vet Clinic and surrounding outdoor areas including sweeping and mopping of all areas, emptying trash, dust and cobweb removal, etc.
Answer phones, assist veterinarians/Vet technicians, or fill Rx’s as requested, and assist with any trainer concerns
Administer treatments such as oral, IM or SQ medications as required
Assist with the preparation of animals for treatments and procedures
Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and maintain other hospital equipment in proper working order
Perform radiographs using stationary or portables x-ray units in a safe manner; maintain records of setting in logs
Process laboratory specimens in house and maintain cleanliness and appearance of the laboratory
Report all animal health issues to Veterinarian and Vet Clinic Supervisor
Maintain drug cabinets and kits, restocking as needed and monitoring expirations
Enter pertinent treatment or observation data in computer for appropriate animals
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum of two years experience as a veterinary assistant, certification or license preferred
Must be able to perform minimum in house laboratory procedures such as fecals, urinalysis and microbiology; ability to analyze bird and reptile blood desired but not required
Knowledge of animal restraint techniques required
Proficiency in surgical preparation and assistance and have ability to administer and monitor anesthesia
Must be able to perform venipuncture on a variety of animals
Must be able to swim
Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
Must be able to walk the park and run if necessary
Must have mental and physical capacities to perform requirements of the job
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned
Must be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InfoPath, etc.)
Must possess a valid drivers license
Working Conditions
Work is both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Lighting is both natural and artificial. Will require close contact with all species of animals at the park both in the clinic and in animal enclosures, including pools or tanks. Equipment used includes office equipment, computers, and all standard veterinary equipment including x-ray machines, needles, and sharp instruments. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, kneeling, squatting, lifting, carrying, climbing, stair walking. Hours and days may vary and may include weekends, evenings and holidays.
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Clean and maintain professional appearance of Vet Clinic and surrounding outdoor areas including sweeping and mopping of all areas, emptying trash, dust and cobweb removal, etc.
Answer phones, assist veterinarians/Vet technicians, or fill Rx’s as requested, and assist with any trainer concerns
Administer treatments such as oral, IM or SQ medications as required
Assist with the preparation of animals for treatments and procedures
Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and maintain other hospital equipment in proper working order
Perform radiographs using stationary or portables x-ray units in a safe manner; maintain records of setting in logs
Process laboratory specimens in house and maintain cleanliness and appearance of the laboratory
Report all animal health issues to Veterinarian and Vet Clinic Supervisor
Maintain drug cabinets and kits, restocking as needed and monitoring expirations
Enter pertinent treatment or observation data in computer for appropriate animals
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum of two years experience as a veterinary assistant, certification or license preferred
Must be able to perform minimum in house laboratory procedures such as fecals, urinalysis and microbiology; ability to analyze bird and reptile blood desired but not required
Knowledge of animal restraint techniques required
Proficiency in surgical preparation and assistance and have ability to administer and monitor anesthesia
Must be able to perform venipuncture on a variety of animals
Must be able to swim
Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
Must be able to walk the park and run if necessary
Must have mental and physical capacities to perform requirements of the job
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned
Must be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InfoPath, etc.)
Must possess a valid drivers license
Working Conditions
Work is both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Lighting is both natural and artificial. Will require close contact with all species of animals at the park both in the clinic and in animal enclosures, including pools or tanks. Equipment used includes office equipment, computers, and all standard veterinary equipment including x-ray machines, needles, and sharp instruments. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, kneeling, squatting, lifting, carrying, climbing, stair walking. Hours and days may vary and may include weekends, evenings and holidays.
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