Veterinary Support Associate-Patient Care

Looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We are an organization that celebrates and prioritizes diversity and inclusion. HSPPR welcomes you to apply for this exciting opportunity at our socially conscious organization.

Job Summary

The Veterinary Support Associate provides high level of patient care for animals in the Veterinary Clinic to include blood draws, IV catheter placement, nursing care, anesthesia, and surgical preparation. Aids in surgical procedures, high level of patient care and appropriate follow-up in conjunction with the veterinarians' direction for all animals in the shelter requiring medical treatment. Works cohesively with all departments in the organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicates with customers and other shelter staff concerning the health of animals in the Veterinary Clinic. Answers general questions about HSPPR procedures and veterinary care of animals.
• Maintains and updates medical / surgical treatment records and reports in an accurate and timely manner, in accordance with HSPPR procedures.
• Updates records in the shelter database regarding the health status of each animal and appropriate follow-ups.
• Works with Staff Veterinarians, Veterinary Services Managers and Supervisors in developing and adhering to vaccination and medical treatment protocols.
• Assists the veterinarians with patient exams by providing proper animal restraint, obtaining a medical history from records and / or the owner, performing tasks and treatments as directed, and filling medications.
• Fills all medications from a central pharmacy and ensures all animals receive the appropriate medication.
• Administers treatments per the veterinarians' orders and provides exceptional patient care.
• Provides direction and triage for incoming animals in need of medical attention.
• Communicates with shelter veterinarians regarding the status of animals in treatment. Reports concerns and triages priorities while working with medical and shelter staff.
• Reviews all med alerts by examining and medicating as needed as per HSPPR protocols, moving animals to appropriate isolation areas as indicated.
• Provides medical support for animals in foster care.
• Performs in-house laboratory testing and radiographs.
• Calculates appropriate drug dosages and fluid rates for patient care.
• Administers treatment and / or anesthesia to animals under the direction of Staff Veterinarians.
• Proficient in intubating, extubating, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Assists in the maintenance of clinic and facility equipment to assure cleanliness and safety. Cleans and disinfects kennels and health care areas as needed to ensure they are maintained in a sanitary and organized manner. Uses proper PPE and cleaning protocols to prevent disease transmission in the clinic.
• Provides proper diets for hospitalized patients and charts everything related to medications, diet and eliminations.
• Cleans and disinfects parvo and ringworm ward, providing all care and treatment for those patients.
• Works with and provides training as required for externs and / or volunteers.
• Assists with Euthanasia as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other :

For Drug Technician Differential :

Supervisory Duties

None

Physical Demands

Schedule Requirements

Schedule may include weekend and evening work.

Education / Experience Necessary

Benefits include :

Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans  ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance  ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~  Holidays ~~  Direct Deposit  ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to .

The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.

Core Values Statements-

As a condition of employment with HSPPR, you will be required to authorize HSPPR and ProScreening to conduct a background check before confirming an employment start date. The background check will include a criminal investigation, verification of citizenship / immigration status, and a motor vehicle record. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that any offers of employment will be contingent upon completion of the background check to the satisfaction of HSPPR.

In consideration of any offers of employment made as a result of your interest in this position, by applying for this position, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against HSPPR for invasion of privacy in respect to drug testing and background checks as listed above.

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