Veterinary Technician

City of Rochester

Job Description

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 "http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786" 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 driver’s license at time of appointment.

This is a full time job