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Humane World for Animals · 3 months ago

Senior Veterinary Technician, Black Beauty Ranch

Murchison, TX, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$24/hr - $32/hr

5+ years exp

Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking a Senior Veterinary Technician for Black Beauty Ranch (BBR) in Murchison, Texas. In this position, you will provide veterinary care, conduct diagnostics, and oversee the veterinary technician internship program under the supervision of the Director of Veterinary Medicine.

Animal FeedWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Provides all aspects of veterinary care for animals under the supervision of the Director of Veterinary Medicine at Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch

Conducts diagnostics including fecal analysis, blood film evaluation, cytology, urinalysis and diagnostic equipment usage. Procures and ships samples, prepares other testing procedures and maintains diagnostic equipment

Conducts anesthesia and anesthetic machinery during immobilizations on a wide variety of animals

Maintains medical records and logs for patient data, radiology, diagnostics, case dispositions, admissions, euthanasia, and controlled substances in accordance with regulations

Oversees medical supply inventory. Orders supplies and medications and logs-controlled substances

Performs chemical capture activities and supports veterinary staff with chemical capture operations. Maintains anesthetic equipment and keeps up-to-date skills and knowledge on the protocol for capture operations

Implements the internship/externship program including teaching and mentorship, development of procedures, work assignments, and performance evaluations

Cleans, organizes, and maintains veterinary hospital, mobile units, supplies, equipment, and chemical immobilization devices including purchasing and upkeep of inventory within budget

Administers, fills, and dispenses prescriptions as directed and instructs caregivers in the administration of prescriptions

Assists with euthanasia and necropsy procedures and arranges necropsy/disposal

Ensures the hospital meets regulatory standards in accordance with state regulations, GFAS, DEA and OSHA

Attends and obtains the necessary continuing education via conferences to maintain veterinary technician license

Participates in the emergency preparedness program and assists in preparing operating procedures for disaster response, completing required FEMA training as needed

Performs other duties or responsibilities, as assigned

Qualification

Veterinary Technician LicenseVeterinary Technology ExperienceZoo/Exotic Animal MedicineLaboratory Testing SkillsMicrosoft Suite ProficiencyInterest in Animal ProtectionCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills