REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

About the role

The Animal Services Bureau has an opening for a regular part-time (0.5 FTE) Registered Veterinary Technician at Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS) in Salinas. This part-time position with a flexible schedule will assist with spay/neuter surgeries (that may include shelter pets, feral cats, or owned pets), vaccination clinics, and assisting with shelter medical rounds as needed for animals housed within the shelter.

Responsibilities

• Assists veterinarian with examinations; restrains animals during examinations; makes observations on the health of sheltered animals and reports to shelter supervisor and veterinarian;
• Communicates medical information to staff, volunteers, and clients;
• Schedules animals for spay or neuter surgery;
• Obtains cost estimates for outside treatment.

Requirements

• Thorough Knowledge Of State and local ordinances and laws relating to the care, treatment and control of animals.
• Methods, techniques, and medication used in the care and treatment of animals.
• Physical and behavioral characteristics of common domestic animals and livestock.
• Characteristics of common diseases.
• Spay and neuter surgical procedures and techniques.
• Proper techniques for preparation, handling and disposal of rabies specimen test samples.
• Proper euthanasia procedures.
• Basic animal care and nutritional needs.
• Procedures and medical terminology of a veterinary clinic.
• Standard office computer software.
• English grammar and usage.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English and Spanish.

Skills and Abilities

• Handle animals properly and perform work in a humane manner.
• Perform euthanasia of animals by injection; recognize symptoms of rabies and other common diseases and injuries in animals.
• Keep accurate records of treatment.
• Exercise independent judgment.
• Communicate clearly and proficiently both orally and in writing at a level necessary to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Maintain effective working relationships with shelter staff, volunteers, clients, and veterinarian.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English and Spanish.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying.

Conditions of Employment

• Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency.

Additional Information

To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Registered Veterinary Technician.