What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Equine Medical Services LLC?
Assist veterinarian in the following items to include but not limited to:
- Checking a horse’s vital signs, including temperature and heart rate.
- Taking blood, stool, and other samples.
- Restraining an animal so the vet can examine and treat it.
- Administering medications, giving injections, and managing anesthesia.
- Changing bandages.
- Sterilizing surgical equipment and instruments.
- Reviewing messages, returning calls, keeping medical records and doing paperwork.
- Talking with the horse owner about a horse’s condition and giving instructions on how to properly administer meds.
- Responding to emergency calls.
- Inventorying and reordering supplies.
- Keeping the mobile unit always equipped with a full complement of supplies.
- Prepping a horse for surgery.
- Providing first aid to an injured horse.
- Arranging a sterile area for surgery in a barn or stable.
- Assisting with surgery and euthanasia.
- Assisting with diagnostic tools such as X-rays.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to Commute:
- Laporte, CO 80535 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Laporte, CO 80535: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20