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Veterinary Technician
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PAWS Chicago
Base pay range $21.00/hr - $25.00/hr
Job Summary The Veterinary Technician plays a critical role in the medical care of the animals at PAWS Chicago. They work closely with the Shelter Medicine Veterinarians to ensure that each animal receives the highest quality of care. Our Veterinary Technicians are given the opportunity for skill development and continuing education.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides technical assistance to shelter veterinarians and communicates changes in patient condition, results of diagnostic tests and procedures, and treatment questions
Provides quality care to pets of all life stages from neonates to seniors including emergency and intensive care as required
Evaluates animals for disease, injuries, parasites and other possible health concerns and reports to Shelter Veterinarians
Collects samples for and conducts laboratory tests; including fecal examinations and use of in house IDEXX blood machines, records test results as directed
Assists Shelter Veterinarians in medical exams; involves but is not limited to restraint, microchipping, blood draws, and vaccinations
Vaccinates and administers preventatives on intake and as needed
Prepares medication and administers treatments as prescribed
Places and maintains IV catheters
Performs digital radiographs
Maintains a disease-free or contained environment to ensure the health of the whole population
Operates a computer, basic office equipment, medical equipment and instruments, laboratory equipment and diagnostic instruments, etc. and exercises care and safety in the use and maintenance of the equipment
Helps to ensure that medical records are complete and accurate
Acts as a mentor for externs and proactively utilizes volunteers
Performs quality control of shelter technical services such as disinfection procedures, in-house diagnostic equipment
Other duties as assigned
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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Veterinary Technician
role at
PAWS Chicago
Base pay range $21.00/hr - $25.00/hr
Job Summary The Veterinary Technician plays a critical role in the medical care of the animals at PAWS Chicago. They work closely with the Shelter Medicine Veterinarians to ensure that each animal receives the highest quality of care. Our Veterinary Technicians are given the opportunity for skill development and continuing education.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides technical assistance to shelter veterinarians and communicates changes in patient condition, results of diagnostic tests and procedures, and treatment questions
Provides quality care to pets of all life stages from neonates to seniors including emergency and intensive care as required
Evaluates animals for disease, injuries, parasites and other possible health concerns and reports to Shelter Veterinarians
Collects samples for and conducts laboratory tests; including fecal examinations and use of in house IDEXX blood machines, records test results as directed
Assists Shelter Veterinarians in medical exams; involves but is not limited to restraint, microchipping, blood draws, and vaccinations
Vaccinates and administers preventatives on intake and as needed
Prepares medication and administers treatments as prescribed
Places and maintains IV catheters
Performs digital radiographs
Maintains a disease-free or contained environment to ensure the health of the whole population
Operates a computer, basic office equipment, medical equipment and instruments, laboratory equipment and diagnostic instruments, etc. and exercises care and safety in the use and maintenance of the equipment
Helps to ensure that medical records are complete and accurate
Acts as a mentor for externs and proactively utilizes volunteers
Performs quality control of shelter technical services such as disinfection procedures, in-house diagnostic equipment
Other duties as assigned
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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