MaxFund Animal Adoption Center is the largest 501c3 non-profit, no-kill animal shelter in Colorado. We are looking for qualified applicants to fill 6 Certified Veterinary Technician positions.
At MaxFund, our passion is to provide uncompromising medicine while maintaining the very best in client satisfaction. As a team member, you will be encouraged to use all your schooling and education as a launching pad to grow your technical acumen in emergency triage, emergency and critical care, surgical preparation/assisting, anesthesia, radiology, laboratory skills, record keeping, and client communications.
Responsibilities will include:
Passion for working with animals
Communicate with clients and potential adopters and fosters.
Use safe restraint techniques, follow protocol, and sustain clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
Be able to perform all Technician duties including but not limited to cleaning and dressing wounds, administering medication, collecting samples, checking vitals, supporting surgery, anesthesia, x-ray, drawing and running blood work, urinalysis, placing IV catheters, reviewing discharge instructions, etc.
Assist the veterinarian during surgeries and other procedures by sterilizing tools, stocking the exam and operating rooms, and confirming that equipment is all working correctly.
Update patient files, review care plans, and handle other administrative duties as necessary.
Ability to prioritize and manage numerous different patient needs at one time.
Attention to detail to maintain accurate patient records
Willingness to take direction.
Spanish is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Holidays
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
Denver, CO 80204: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
At MaxFund No Kill Animal Shelter, we believe that diversity is not only a fundamental aspect of our society, but also an essential component of achieving our mission to provide compassionate care and find forever homes for animals in need. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values and respects the uniqueness of every individual, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or socioeconomic background.
We recognize that diversity brings a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and talents that enriches our organization and enables us to better serve our community. By embracing diversity, we can create a more compassionate and empathetic society, where animals and humans alike can thrive in harmony.