Veterinary Technicians work closely with all fosters, adopters, and other clinic staff to provide excellent care to all patients.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all Big Sky Ranch/CATNIP medical protocols and procedures
Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
Provide excellent customer service to all clients and stakeholders
Perform other related duties, as necessary
Provide quality and timely medical care for scheduled medical clinic clients. Prepare for daily appointments in advance, including reviewing medical history for each patient
Follow vet-approved protocols for diagnostics and treatment of routine medical concerns
Seek vet involvement for all non-routine or chronic patients
Provide fosters, adopters, and animal program staff with clear communication and information regarding the animals in their care
Work with shelter staff and clinic managers to coordinate intake and care for all incoming animals
Maintain updated animal records through immediate data entry during and after each appointment
Triage and react accordingly to urgent, critical, and contagious animals
Report declining patients and urgent needs to veterinary staff immediately
Provide scheduled treatments to all animals
Request and administer all assigned medications appropriately and within acceptable time frames, as directed by clinic protocols and the veterinary staff
Maintain proper care of all animals, including identifying, monitoring, and documenting illness symptoms and changes