Licensed Veterinary Technician

Position Objectives:

To provide the highest quality of care for SNIP mobile clinic patients during hospitalization and surgery and to supervise the daily clinic operations

Term of Employment:

Reports to:

SNIP Program Manager  

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Oversee daily on-site operations of the clinic and the veterinarian assistant on duty
• Perform, assess, and communicate test results and the medical histories of patients to the attending veterinarian
• Work under the direction of the veterinarian to administer medications, including anesthesia drugs, and prepare animals for surgery
• Monitor surgery patients from the administration of anesthesia through their full recovery Independently assess patients’ readiness for discharge
• Maintain controlled-drug and supply inventories and appropriate record-keeping and reporting
• Comply with the applicable laws for licensed veterinary technicians established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency
• Communicate with clients regarding post-op patient care as well as the results of diagnostic testing and other medical findings
• Supervise and participate in required continuing education programs to meet all state requirements
• Establish and adhere to maintenance programs for all medical equipment
• Supervise and train new veterinary assistants
• Maintain strict confidentiality about client, patient, and donor information
• Drive the SNIP mobile clinic to and from designated sites
• Input all necessary data into the SNIP computer
• Maintain flexibility in work scheduling
• Perform other duties, as required by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician or equivalent certification required
• Previous controlled-substance inventory experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to communicate well over the phone, in person, and in writing
• Ability to lift patients, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to provide proof of a good driving record

To apply now, please click here. If you are unable to complete the online application, please mail your résumé and cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
501 Front St.
Norfolk, VA 23510