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The Lead Vet Tech provides services for medical procedures as well as research and learning of technical skills in equine care. A team oriented Vet Tech will gain knowledge of equine procedures, maintenance, monitoring and, medications, equipment and abil
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Employment Status
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Employment Type:
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Permanent |
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Employment Status:
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Full_Time |
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Closing date:
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May 31, 2006, 12:00 am |
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Minimum Experience:
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No Experience Required |
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Job Benefits and Options
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Health/Dental Benefits:
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Yes |
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401k, Retirement/Pension Plan:
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Yes |
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Paid Holidays, Vacations:
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Yes |
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Life/Disability Insurance:
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Yes |
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Tuition Reimbursement:
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Yes |
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Responsibilities
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Operates medical equipment: X-rays, ultra sounds, bone scans, and MRI.
Ultra sonography: Assists DVM in the diagnostic ultrasound to examine soft tissue structures.
Scintigraphy: Assists in the performance of Scintigraphy (bone scanning) by administering injections of low grade radioactive isotopes, and observing horses while isotopes disperse through the horse's body.
Shockwave Therapy: Assists in administration of shockwave therapy to the horse for the treatment of arthritic hocks, ligamentous insertion injuries, old injuries, and slow to heal bone injuries.
Radiation Safety Officer: functions as Radiation Safety Officer upon certification.
Pharmacy Maintenance: Maintains the clinic pharmacy through the ordering of pharmaceutical supplies as needed. Establishes routines for ordering and maintaining pharmacy security.
Maintenance of vet truck: Maintains the pharmaceutical supply levels of the vet truck in addition to the physical upkeep of the ve
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Qualifications
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, as well as have a minimum of five years experience in horse handling; which will be displayed through use of tools and equipment, safety of the horse, oneself, and those in and/or around the horse at all times. The Lead Vet Tech must also be able to effectively handle a horse and self during moments of agitation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description
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The Vet Lead Tech will work directly with the DVM on a day to day basis as an active contributor to the cohesion of the team as a whole, ensuring the highest level of efficiency and productivity. As the right hand to the DVM, the Lead VT must be committed to the best possible care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following, but are not limited to:
Operates medical equipment: X-rays, ultra sounds, bone scans, and MRI.
Ultra sonography: Assists DVM in the diagnostic ultrasound to examine soft tissue structures.
Scintigraphy: Assists in the performance of Scintigraphy (bone scanning) by administering injections of low grade radioactive isotopes, and observing horses while isotopes disperse through the horse's body.
Shockwave Therapy: Assists in administration of shockwave therapy to the horse for the treatment of arthritic hocks, ligamentous insertion injuries, old injuries, and slow to heal bone injuries.
Radiation Safety Officer: functions as Radiation Safety Officer upon certification.
Pharmacy Maintenance: Maintains the clinic pharmacy through the ordering of pharmaceutical supplies as needed. Establishes routines for ordering and maintaining pharmacy security.
Maintenance of vet truck: Maintains the pharmaceutical supply levels of the vet truck in addition to the physical upkeep of the vet truck including, scheduling routine maintenance, washing, fueling, and cleaning.
Licensing: Maintains Technician license at clinic expense, through attending one continuing education seminar annually.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Schedules other technicians as needed to support the examination and treatment schedule, assigns day to day duties for other technicians, trains personnel, and assists in the interview and selection process.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, as well as have a minimum of five years experience in horse handling; which will be displayed through use of tools and equipment, safety of the horse, oneself, and those in and/or around the horse at all times. The Lead Vet Tech must also be able to effectively handle a horse and self during moments of agitation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Must possess a Certified Veterinarian Technician license.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must be an effective communicator with clients and coworkers
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Must be comfortable with computers, running diagnostic equipment, assembling and disassembling diagnostic equipment. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical information.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds, stand and/or stoop for long periods of time. Must be able to maintain alertness for greater than 8 hours in any given day. Must be able to meet the physical demands commonly required in an equine practice.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is a fun, fast- paced, high-end lameness diagnostics practice for horses. Working conditions may vary from inside a climate controlled environment to outside extreme temperatures and moisture levels.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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