Location: Rochester,NY, USA
Veterinary Technician
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Veterinary Technician
Salary
$43,590.00 - $55,874.00 Annually
Location
184 Verona Street Rochester, NY
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
24DM854DRA33
Department
Department of Recreation & Human Services
Bureau
Commissioner' Office
Opening Date
10/09/2024
Closing Date
11/11/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
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General Description
This is a skilled technical position in the City of Rochester Animal Services. The employee in this position performs tasks to assist and support veterinarians with a variety of animal health activities such as: medical examinations, surgical procedures, and treatments. Direct supervision is received from a licensed veterinarian or shelter management. Related duties are performed as required.
This is a Competitive Class position. The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title.
A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights.
CITY RESIDENCY WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE.
Typical Work Activities
+ Examines animals to assist in diagnosing injuries or illness;
+ Administers medications, vaccinations, and anesthesia drugs;
+ Maintains drug logs;
+ Prepares animals for surgery;
+ Cleans, disinfects, and organizes surgical suite and clinic;
+ Assists with surgical sterilization and other veterinary procedures as directed by a licensed veterinarian;
+ Maintains inventory of veterinary supplies;
+ Advises and educates animal owners on future care and treatment;
+ Prepares instruments, equipment, and materials for surgery;
+ May train or instruct volunteers and staff in basic preparation for surgery or cleaning and sterilizing of surgical instruments;
+ Performs other veterinary and animal care responsibilities as directed by a licensed veterinarian or shelter management;
+ Operates a vehicle to transport animals and pick up shelter supplies.
Minimum Qualifications
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent; PLUS
+ Two (2) years experience working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician at an animal hospital, animal shelter, or related organization. Work experience must include administering anesthesia and performing surgical procedures.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment with this job)
+ Possession of a valid Veterinary Technology License issued by the NYS Education Department's Division of Professional Licensing Services.
+ Possession of a valid New York State Class D drivers license at time of appointment.
For full-time employees:
The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
For less-than full-time employees:
The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.
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Do you possess a New York State Class D Operator's License?
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+ No
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Do you possess a valid Veterinary Technology License issued by the New York State Education Department's Division of Professional Licensing Services?
+ Yes
+ No
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Agency
City of Rochester (NY)
Address
30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614
Phone
585-###-####
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