Veterinary Technician

Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society

Job Description

FULL-TIME VET TECHNICIAN
Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society is seeking a full-time experienced technician/nurse
to join our team!
This position will report directly to the shelter veterinarian, and will work closely
with the veterinarian, management, and support staff to monitor and address
medical care of the animals while they are housed in the shelter. Candidates must
have experience assisting with surgeries and safe animal handling for medical
exams. A good understanding of infectious disease and preventative care in a “herd
health” shelter environment is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
 Act as a liaison between management, veterinarian and shelter staff
regarding medical care
 Perform daily rounds to check charts and visually assess animals and address
concerns
 Triage and vaccinate all intake animals
 Use a microscope to perform in-house urinalysis and fecal flotation
 Medicate animals daily
 Assist with surgeries, including administration of injectable anesthetics,
intubation and monitoring of anesthesia under the supervision of the
veterinarian
 Awareness of cat and dog normal ranges for anesthesia monitoring, and to be
able to immediately identify abnormal
 Clean and maintain intake area, examination room and surgical suite
 Maintain accurate charts, including medical summaries for adoptable
animals
 Consult with potential adopters regarding medical needs or medical
conditions of animals
 Maintain medication and medical supplies inventory and place orders in a
timely manner, while working within budget
Qualifications and Expectations
 Ability to prioritize when many tasks require attention
 Highly motivated
 Positive attitude
 Both collaborative and able to work independently
 Energetic
 Organized and efficient
 Good communication skills
 Creative problem solver

 Willing to learn new skills on the job, and think “outside the box” in a flexible
and collaborative way
 Able to work in a fast-paced environment
 Willingness to take on new tasks as required
 Not afraid to ask questions if uncertain
To apply: please submit resume and letter of interest to Jackie Stanley via email
– jstanley@lucymac.org

This is a full time job