Shelter Medicine Assistant Level Three Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Shelter Medicine Assistant Level Three

ATLANTA HUMANE SOCIETY AND SOCIETY

Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$30.5K – $36K a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Kennel experience Animal hospital experience Animal shelter Computer literacy Windows High school diploma or GED Animal handling Animal welfare Computer skills Entry level Full Job Description The Shelter Medicine Assistant Level Three performs a variety of animal health care duties and assists the veterinarian in examining and preparing animals for surgery and adoption. The Shelter Medicine Assistant Level 3 ensures high quality animal care in accordance with the AHS mission and goals and communicates effectively with peers, volunteers, and leadership. Duties & Responsibilities Promote a culture of teamwork, positivity, compassion, and performance excellence Conduct physical exams and relay pertinent information to the Veterinarian Handle animals in a humane and gentle manner according to established safety policies and procedures and Fear Free methodologies Calculate drug dosages for individual animals Administer intravenous, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections Perform induction and intubation of patients for surgical procedures Monitor anesthesia through recovery and understand basic anesthesia principles Preparation of surgical patients using aseptic technique Place intravenous catheters Accurately enters and maintains records in shelter medical database Sterilizes surgical instruments and keeps up with laundry Remain alert and aware of animal behavior and physical condition Report concerns to appropriate departments or managers Maintain safe and sanitary areas for animals to ensure they are clean, dry, and comfortable Properly cleans and disinfects animal holding facilities according to established protocols Collect samples for diagnostic testing, including blood draws, feces and urine collection, radiographs, etc. Accurately perform diagnostic tests as requested by the Veterinarians including but not limited to fecal flotation, ELISA tests (parvovirus, heartworm, FeLV/FIV), TiterChek tests, urinalyses, and Woods lamp evaluation Interacts with other departments to provide information and care Work cooperatively with other departments, volunteers, and locations to accomplish departmental and AHS goals Provides relief assistance to other locations Other duties as assigned High school diploma or GED equivalent Minimum of six months experience in a similar capacity in an animal shelter, veterinary hospital or clinic preferred Willingness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge Willingness to complete GVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant Level 1 (employer paid) Willingness to complete AHS Medical Certification Level 1-3 Computer literate in a Windows environment; PetPoint experience preferred Ability to utilize effective problem solving/decision making skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written Ability to multi-task and handle a high stress, emotional environment Ability to travel and provide program support to other AHS locations and departments General knowledge of animal welfare preferred Obtain certificate as certified euthanasia technician within 12 months of hire Must be able to work well with a diverse clientele; different races, ethnicities, faiths, sexual orientations, income levels, etc. Requires humane handling of animals and safe handling of cleaning supplies, chemicals and equipment in compliance with safety rules and according to SDS rules Works in high noise level areas Physical efforts require constant bending, lifting 50 lbs.+, stooping, and standing Exposure to dogs and cats of all sizes and varying degrees of behavior and/or medical conditions. Exposure to animal waste and common allergens