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7. Act as the ultimate decision maker regarding which tests are performed in house,which are <br /> outsourced, and which facility will perform the testing.The city shall pay for all lab testing. City <br /> acknowledges veterinary care is heavily dependent on diagnostics and will consult with the <br /> attending veterinarian. <br /> 8. Act as the ultimate decision maker on how to proceed with animal care and management based <br /> on recommendations by the attending veterinarian;hold responsibility for the cost of care. <br /> 9. Pay for all other expenses necessary for the care of the animal population when reasonably <br /> recommended by contractor and approved by the Zoo Director or their designated <br /> representative. <br /> 10. Track contraceptive needs of the animals and notify contractor as necessary. <br /> 11. Prepare for and assist the veterinarian in performing clinical procedures. <br /> 12. Provide assistance for the capture and treatment of animals. <br /> 13. Conduct laboratory tests including, but not limited to,fecal analysis for parasites. <br /> 14. Arrange to forward samples for analysis to outside laboratories. <br /> 15. Accurately dispense and record medical prescriptions; properly administer medications and <br /> vaccinations as directed by the attending veterinarian; maintain current pharmacy inventory, <br /> treatment areas, laboratory,and equipment inventory; and, assist with ordering drugs, medical <br /> supplies, laboratory supplies, and inventory maintenance. <br /> 16. Create and maintain accurate medical record documentation of clinical procedures, <br /> prescriptions,and diagnostic laboratory work. <br /> 17. Perform cleaning,disinfection, and sterilization of the treatment room,surgical instruments, <br /> and equipment. <br /> 18. Assist with medical procedures,with appropriately qualified staff and under the supervision of a <br /> veterinarian, including administering/monitoring anesthesia, radiology, blood collection, and <br /> euthanasia. <br /> 19. Assist with necropsies, including recording observations and findings and <br /> collecting/preparing/tracking tissues for evaluation. <br /> 20. The Zoo Director, or their designee, retains the final authority for all operations and final <br /> decisions regarding the management of the facility,and assumes all business risk for the <br /> operation of the facility including matters relating to animal health,and all matters relating to <br /> compliance with applicable law and regulations. <br /> Educational Programs <br /> The city will consider allowing access to animals and records for veterinary students with interest in zoo <br /> and exotic practice.All access will be supervised by the attending veterinarian and pre-approved by the <br /> Zoo Director or their designated representative.Access should be minimally disruptive for Santa Ana <br /> Zoo animals and staff. Information and images are expected to remain confidential and not for public <br /> distribution unless explicitly approved by the city. <br />