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On-the-job Training

• Applied Knowledge of Basic Facility Operation
  • Provide quality health care to patients as part of the veterinary health care team
  • Sanitize cages and accessories according to SOP.
  • Use humane, effective handling and restraint techniques on patients.
  • Safely move patients in and out of cages, kennels, and rooms and through facility.
  • Observe SOP in preparing caging, accessories, water and food for animals.
  • Follow isolation procedures while caring for potentially infectious or immunocompromised animals.
  • Prepare/Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed by Veterinarian.
  • Identify emergencies in person & over the phone.
  • Demonstrate ability to perform CPR.
  • Prepare medical facility & supplies for use.
  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies.
• Observe Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Routine Veterinary Procedures
  • Recognize signs of fear, aggression and/or stress in patients and adjust approach appropriately.
  • Administer /demonstrate knowledge of special diets according to SOP.
  • Observe, identify, and report animals with signs of pain or illness.
  • Prepare & administer medications according to SOP.
  • Weigh animals in a consistent manner according to protocol.
  • Calculate dosing for oral medications, injections, and fluids.
  • Monitor and document animals' vital signs.
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of small animal breeding cycles.
  • Understanding of zoonotic diseases, their transmission and able to educate clients regarding proper precautions.
  • Order medical supplies or equipment.
  • Accurately discuss healthcare products and services with clients.
• Demonstrate proper use, calibration and maintenance of equipment
  • X-ray (e.g. body & dental)
  • Autoclave
  • Anesthesia machine
  • Scales & balances
  • Blood machines
  • Dental probe, scalers & accessories
  • Electrocautery equipment
  • Microscope
  • Ultrasound
  • Anesthesia monitors (e.g. EKG, blood pressure, pulse-ox and EtCo2)
  • IV pump/ Syringe Pumps
• Documentation, communication & problem solving
  • Schedule patient procedures & appointments.
  • Complete daily and weekly animal charting.
  • File documents in appropriate locations.
  • Correctly and consistently input animal health data into electronic form.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in making appropriate medical notes.
  • Proficient use of medical software.
  • Proficient use of imaging software.
  • Communicate clearly w/ clients; instructions for care, treatments, feeding, & post hospitalized care for pets.
  • Evaluate medical records from other facilities to determine patient vaccination status and chief complaints.
• Observe Safe and Compliant Practices
  • Dispose of specimens and laboratory waste in accordance with SOP, regulatory agencies and protocol requirements
  • Demonstrate consistent and appropriate hand-washing techniques.
  • Use of protective equipment, chemical showers, eye wash stations, and fire extinguishers.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment for radiology processing.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of facility's chemical hygiene plan and location of MSDS sheets.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of handling procedures and precautions for chemical, biological and radiological materials.
  • Comply with all regulations regarding logging and maintaining prescribed medications including controlled and non-controlled substances.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of clinic safety procedures in relation for all areas of work including fires, natural disasters etc.
• Demonstrate Ethical and Responsible Conduct in all Animal Related Activities
  • Knowledge of legal issues applicable to veterinary care (e.g. client/patient confidentiality, suspected animal abuse or neglect).
  • Understand scope of practice and responsibilities for licensed personnel (e.g. DVM and technician).
• Provide/Maintain Aseptic Environment & Assist with Surgical Procedures
  • Maintain surgery room cleanliness and organization.
  • Clean and sterilize instruments.
  • Wear gloves as appropriate. 4. Dispose of hazardous waste.
  • Identify names and use of common surgical instruments.
  • Set-up and assist with minor and major surgical procedures.
  • Position, prep and drape patient as appropriate.
  • Induce anesthesia and intubate patients.
  • Demonstrate proper technique for scrubbing in, including use of gown and sterile gloves.
  • Maintain sterile field while surgery is being performed.
  • Monitor animals' vital signs and anesthetic depth during surgery.
  • Recognize when a patient is doing poorly or declining under anesthesia using both monitoring equipment and direct patient observation.
  • Monitor patient recovery after surgery including extubation and confirm return to pre-op TPR.
  • Perform dental scaling and polishing.
• Prepare Animal Examination& Client Interaction
  • Measure patient's weight.
  • Obtain vital signs/TPR.
  • Obtain health history.
  • Use signalment when transferring or discussing case with other staff members.
  • Euthanasia preparation & discussion with owners.
  • Proper care and handling of bodies after euthanasia.
  • Maintain professionalism when interacting with grieving and/or angry clients.
  • Demonstrate rabies knowledge & local laws regarding human safety.
  • Provide client counseling/education (e.g. vaccines, rabies, licensing, geriatric screening, pet behavior).
• Perform Clinical Procedures/Implement Veterinarian Orders
  • Remove wound/incision closures.
  • Perform wound lavage.
  • Preform Tear Production test & Fluorescein Stain.
  • Place and maintain IV catheters.
  • Perform ear lavage.
  • Apply bandages/support wraps.
  • Administer medication (e.g. oral, injectable and topical).
  • Perform nail trim.
  • Perform anal gland expression.
• Perform Diagnostic Procedures
  • Collect skin specimens for cytology and mite check.
  • Collect urine sample by cystocentesis.
  • Perform sampling for bacterial and fungal cultures.
  • Measure patient and adjust radiograph equipment settings.
  • Take diagnostic quality radiographs of the abdomen, thorax, spine and extremities.
  • Obtain blood pressure.
  • Perform glucose testing.
  • Perform hematocrit determination.
  • Run snap-tests for FIV/Fel. Leuk, Parvo and HW.
  • Perform urinalysis - including dip stick, sediment evaluation and specific gravity
  • Collect fecal sample using a fecal loop.
  • Perform ear cytology.
  • Obtain blood samples from jugular, cephalic and saphenous veins.
  • Prepare and stain blood smears for viewing.
  • Perform manual CBC.
  • Perform full chemistry and CBC bloodwork using in-house machines.
  • Prepare samples and complete paperwork for send-out laboratory testing.
• Maintain Professional Responsibilities
  • Maintain personal hygiene
  • Participate in continuing education
  • Maintain professional network
  • Participate in performance improvement
  • Perform within legal & ethical boundaries