Knowledge of :

• Restraint of animals of differing species, sizes, and temperaments.

• Blood draws and catheter placement

• Basic blood profiles

• Veterinary nursing care

• Anesthetic protocols and monitoring

• Exotics experience a plus

• Dental prophylaxis

 The ability to :

• Work in a physically demanding environment

• Lift 35 lbs without assistance

• Repeatedly climb stairs

• Stand or kneel for long periods of time

• Work a flexible full time schedule

• Communicate effectively with coworkers, doctors and clients

• Be a team player

Duties:

• Prepping patients for surgery

• Assist doctor in surgeries & treatments - Monitoring animals during & post surgery

• Maintenance of hospital equipment in accordance with established procedures.

• Processing xrays

• Performing laboratory testing including but not limited to fecal floats and smears, blood tests on Idexx lab equipment, urine dipsticks and skin scrapings

• Clipping nails, expressing anal glands and suture removals

• Administering medications including fluids

• Technician appointments

• Pharmacy duties including the dispensing of medication

• Perform dental prophys under doctor supervision

• Screen and assist with doctor appointments as needed

• Perform laser therapy treatments

• Efficiently perform tasks assigned by the doctor