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Veterinary Technician (Urgent Hiring)
Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician interested in life-saving, mission-based, meaningful work in the non-profit veterinary field? Northwest Spay and Neuter Center is Washington State's highest volume spay/neuter clinic. An amazing place to work, we offer great benefits and the opportunity to make a real difference for animals in need in our non-profit clinic. In this role, you will join an enthusiastic, supportive team of people who, like you, are passionate about what they do and are ready to help you succeed. 

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for daily care of all surgical patients, client services and education, collaboration with shift veterinary assistants, kennel assistants and veterinary volunteers, and assist doctors and technicians with surgical and anesthetic procedures.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Supervise shift veterinary and kennel assistants
  • Triage patients as they are checked in and report health concerns to attending veterinarian
  • Assist veterinarians in surgery as needed
  • Calculate and administer anesthesia to all surgical patients per anesthetic protocol
  • Accurately maintain all necessary anesthesia and patient records, and drug logs
  • Administer animal treatments as directed and supervise Veterinary Assistants in administering treatments
  • Shift liaison between medical staff and front desk staff
  • Participate on committees and special projects as assigned
  • Provide in person and telephone client service
  • Actively promote spay and neuter, and educate clients on responsible animal ownership
  • Actively support associate staff and volunteers; promote the development of skills related to the advancement of our goals and mission.
  • Stay current in knowledge of emergency drugs and protocols
  • Other tasks as they may arise or assigned
  • Assist in medical supply inventory as needed

Required Qualifications:

  • Current Washington State Veterinary Technician License in good standing
  • Minimum 1 year experience working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Be self-directed as well as a collaborative team player
  • Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers
  • High comfort level handling animals in an animal hospital setting
  • Able to work in a fast paced environment
  • Multi-task projects with demonstrated time management and organizational skills
  • Sensitive to people of different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Be physically able to lift 50 pounds

Job will begin at 7am and be within M-F and also include the opportunity to cover relief shifts. Exact schedule TBD upon interview.

Job Types: Part-time, Friday's Only.

Salary: $17.00 to $20.00 /hour

Experience:

  • Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Required)

License:

  • Veterinary Technician (Required)

Work Location:

  • One location

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Remotely:

  • No
Clinic Assistant

Overview:

Maintain our high standards for customer care and ensure our continued success as a leading provider of spay/neuter services.  Support the organization’s mission, strategy and goals with a special focus on staff management and client relations. Environment is high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter clinic.

 

Position Type: Full-time, Hourly

 

Responsibilities:

  • Schedule client appointments.
  • Check-in/Check-out surgery clients, including overseeing lobby management
  • Provide in person and high volume telephone and email client services
  • Perform customer service tasks including patient scheduling, follow-ups, and outreach
  • Maintain and help animal welfare partner organization relations and billing
  • Report employee or client issues to Clinic Director
  • Ensure quality customer service
  • Maintain client/patient database
  • Ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Fiscal Policies are adhered to
  • Ensure daily cash till is reconciled and balanced
  • Implement clinic policies and procedures
  • Model open and positive communication between office and medical staff
  • Support and attend special projects and events as assigned
  • Assist with inventory and ordering of clinic/office supplies
  • Be knowledgeable in all aspects of NWSNC’s surgery, vaccinations and disease protocols
  • Be knowledgeable of Standard Operating Procedures, Operations Fiscal Procedures, NWSNC Fiscal Policies  and Employee Handbook
  • Other tasks as they may arise or assigned by Clinic Director

Required Qualifications:

  • Attention to detail
  • Be self-directed as well as a collaborative team player
  • Able to work in a fast paced environment
  • Sensitive to people of different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Multi-task projects with demonstrated time management and organizational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as overall proficiency with computers
  • Proficient cash handling skills.
  • Veterinary background preferred.

 

Reports to: Clinic Manager

 

Schedule: M, T, Th, F, and Alternating weekends

It is the responsibility of applicants selected for interview to notify NWSNC of any accommodations required as a result of a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act.