Veterinary Technician-Open Until Filled
About the position Responsibilities • Assists the veterinarian in performing sterilization procedures and other surgeries. • Conducts animal health examinations and assists in the treatment of sick or injured animals. • Monitors animal population for any change in behavior, appetite, water/food intake, or any sign of illness; reports unusual situations to the veterinarian. • Initiates treatment and provides medications based on established infectious disease protocols. • Triage and initiate emergency stabilization and diagnostics with indirect supervision from veterinarian. • Ensures clinic areas, equipment and supplies are cleaned, re-stocked and maintained appropriately. • Verifies all animals have been vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed/neutered prior to adoption. • Performs in house routine diagnostics and laboratory testing, including radiography. • Administration of anesthetic medication by inhalation/intubation or intravenous injection, assists veterinarian during surgery as needed. • Monitors animals during and after surgical procedures and provides appropriate nursing care to ensure animals are kept comfortable to optimize recovery. • Performs dental cleaning, charting, and non-surgical extractions. • Responsible for handling and documenting of controlled substances and following all policies and procedures related to such. • Calculates and documents medication dosages, including controlled substances. • Assists Veterinary Clinic Supervisor in maintaining inventory and orders pharmaceutical and surgical supplies/equipment. • Dispenses prescribed medications and discharges animals to owners, providing at home care instructions. • Performs humane euthanasia in accordance with established policies and procedures. • Maintaining medical records for individual animals, including associated charges for service. Requirements • Two (2) years' experience as a Vet Assistant or Vet Tech, or other closely related field, OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. • Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, or other closely related field, plus one (1) year of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. • Veterinary Technology certification through the State of Utah, or certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. • A valid Driver's License recognized by the State of Utah is required to operate a Salt Lake County vehicle at the time of hire. • Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. • Must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program. Nice-to-haves • High-volume surgery experience is preferred. Benefits • 12 Holidays • Up to 24 vacation days • 12 sick days and one personal day every year • Hybrid work environment • Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution • Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option • Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees • Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year • Flexible Spending Account • 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option • Professional Development including professional membership fees paid • Tuition Reimbursement • Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym • Hospital insurance, pet insurance, auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.
