Certified Veterinary Technician
Description
FCCO is a non-profit high-quality high-volume spay neuter clinic for feral and stray cats. Our mission is to improve the welfare and reduce the population of feral and stray cats through spay/neuter and education programs. The ideal candidates for this position will be passionate about our spay/neuter program, enjoy working on a team toward a goal, and have experience with anesthesia induction and monitoring.
Major Duties:
- Perform clinic opening and closing duties, these include some cleaning.
- Induce anesthesia IM while cats are in their trap or squeeze cage.
- Perform surgical prep following FCCO procedures.
- Administer vaccines and other SQ, IM and IV injections.
- Apply services to patients such as flea treatment, de-wormer, and ear mite treatment.
- Clip and clean wounds as needed.
- Surgical assisting, setting up cats for surgery, assisting the surgeon.
- Monitor anesthesia before, during and after surgery.
- Feral cat handling, transferring of cats from their carrier to squeeze cage.
- Respond to emergency situations such as cardiac and respiratory arrest. Able to intubate and initiate resuscitation measures as needed. We hold periodic trainings on this so we can respond quickly as a team.
- Assist with or perform physical exams as needed.
- Record keeping, both physical log sheets and entering information into the clinic software
- Surgery patient discharge, client education pertaining to recovering cats in traps, feral cats in general and any special instructions pertaining to the cat.
- Attend zoom staff and clinic meetings every other week.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Veterinary Technician certified in Oregon.
- Excellent technical skills.
- At least 4 years of clinical experience
- Experience working in a high volume spay neuter clinic preferred.
- Willingness to learn new things and follow set protocols.
- Support the mission of the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon
- Able to lift 40lbs and work a physical 10-hour day on your feet
- Patience, tolerance and an ability to work with a wide range of people.
The clinics are held at the FCCO Clinic, 4522 S Water Ave, Portland, OR 97239. Clinic days are generally Wednesday through Friday, with an occasional Saturday or Sunday
FCCO is a vegetarian organization and all meals eaten inside the facility must be vegetarian.
Time Commitment:
- This position is is full-time at 30-40 hours per week.
- If you are interested in fewer hours, please inquire about a part-time position.
How to Apply
Check out the full job description on our website at feralcats.com. Send your resume and cover letter to Sara Andersen, CVT, Clinic Manager, at sandersen@feralcats.com.