Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine and surgery in any appropriate capacity
Obtain and record patient histories, vital signs, and weights
Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for reference labs
Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians
Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian; use and maintain IV pump
Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian
Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals
Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery; clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials
Assure that monitoring and support equipment are in good working condition
Communicate with and educate owners in a compassionate, tactful, professional manner
Take radiographs – demonstrates proper positioning techniques
Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations in order to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea and heartworm products
Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians
Maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment and supplies
Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy
Perform other duties as assigned
SURGERY
Admit patients scheduled for anesthetic procedures
Keep surgical materials stocked; prepare gown and surgical packs
Prepare surgery room
Prepare instruments; know type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
Perform induction/intubation and all pre-anesthetic procedures, including patient prep
Monitor patients post-operatively
Clean surgery room and instruments according to hospital sterilization protocols
Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records
Accurately calculate and record all medications and injections administered
Ensure all surgery patients go home well-groomed and in an appropriate medical state
DENTISTRY
Clean, scale, and polish teeth using dental equipment and hand instruments
Record dental problems in record and report to veterinarian
Assist veterinarians with performing oral extractions or other dental procedures