Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation. About Harris County Public Health:Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in un... more details
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Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation.
About Harris County Public Health: Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Brief Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Director, Veterinary Operations (DVO), the Lead Veterinary Technician supervises the shelter veterinary technicians, participates in clinical and animal care activities that support the HCPH VPH program. Implements strategies to enhance disease control and the health of the shelter and private resident animals.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists the veterinarians with surgery, including sterilization of instruments and surgical area, animal prep and monitoring of vital signs; monitors post-op recovery and reports changes in condition
Administers prescribed medications as directed and vaccinations per protocols and directions from veterinarians; performs physical exams
Performs and inventory of veterinarian drugs/vaccines and maintain controlled drug logs.
Supervises the work up & medical records entry of all animals placed on adoption.
Supervises the shelter veterinarian technicians.
Creates/maintains the vet tech work schedule.
Responsible for accuracy of medical records entered by subordinate Veterinary Operations staff through supervision and training.
Participates actively training other vet. ops. staff under the direction of the DVO and ASV as needed.
Participates in various outreach programs such as vaccination clinics, health fairs and mobile adoption events that promote responsible pet ownership.
Other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.
Perform humane euthanasia of animals, at times, in accordance with state laws and must maintain required certification.
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
At least three (3) years of experience in an animal shelter, veterinary practice or animal care environment.
At least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Core Competencies: Organizational Leadership
Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Collaboration
Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs
Innovation
Ability to adapt to change
Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Self-motivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity
Communication
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
License/Certification:
Current licensure as a Veterinary Technician with the Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (Licensed Veterinary Technician, LVT) or equivalent preferred.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time
Monday – Friday | 40 hrs per week with some weekends
Work Environment:
This position operates in a shelter environment which may include noisy environments, including barking and other animal noises.
May include pungent smells from animal caretaking.
Physical Demands:
This role requires to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs. and bending & standing for periods at a time.
Work Location:
HCPH/Veterinary Public Health- 612 Canino Road, Houston Texas 77076
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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