Medical
Technician

To apply, email your resume to TBailey@shelbyhumane.org

Department:       Medical

Reports to:          Medical Manager

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12-$13 per hour

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Shelby Humane is looking for a Medical Team Member to provide care for our dogs and cats and help them

realize a positive outcome. Ideal candidates will have small animal medical experience, be organized,

able to multi-task and interact professionally with prospective adopters, staff, and veterinarians.

• Must be comfortable and confident in a busy, fast-paced environment.

• Must be professional and able to collaborate with other departments within the shelter.

• Must keep excellent records and manage the inventory and budget/finances of the medical department.

Responsibilities:

• Provide and document animal care, medications received, treatments and concerns.

• Obtain accurate vital signs on patients.

• Observe animal behavior and health conditions and document.

• Collect and prepare samples.

• Assist intake staff with vaccinations and assessments.

• Work with local veterinarians to treat animals that we deem are within our resources to treat.

• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and compassionate manner.

• Maintain the cleanliness and inventory of the medical office.

• Communicate professionally with staff, the veterinarians and the public.

Desired Education and Experience:

• High School diploma and Certified Veterinary Tech degree, or related experience.

• Flexible schedule including some weekends and holiday shifts on a rotating basis.

• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling

• Must have computer skills.

• Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or

qualifications associated with the position.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

• Holidays

• Monday to Friday

• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

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Shelby Humane is an equal-opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all associates and

applicants without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex,

gender sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information,

status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristic as required by federal,

state, and local laws.