Veterinary Technician

St. Louis, MO
Full Time
Veterinary
Entry Level
Job Title: Veterinary Technician
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: The Veterinary Technician is responsible for performing routine checkups and other medical procedures on animals to ensure their health and well-being.   
Duties & Responsibilities: 
  • Examine and evaluate the overall health of all animals in the shelter.
  • Assists with euthanasia procedures as directed by veterinarian.
  • Administer medication, assist veterinarian during surgery and monitor animals during recovery period.
  • Conduct pre-adoption health examinations and prepare animals for adoption.
  • Monitor medical supplies and record use of controlled substances to ensure Drug Enforcements Administration (DEA) requirements are met.
  • Adapt practices to ensure the most current approaches to animal health and welfare are implemented.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent education that focuses on the care of animals, preferred.
  • Experience in clinical setting for practical experience.
Talantage, LLC is committed to presenting candidates that contribute to an organizations culture of inclusivity and its commitment to diversity in the workplace are demonstrated through our recruitment practices.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, or veteran status.  Our equal opportunity employment efforts comply with all applicable U.S. state and federal laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
 
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