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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

24DM823DRA28

Department

Department of Recreation & Human Services

Bureau

Commissioner' Office

Opening Date

09/18/2024

Closing Date

10/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

• Benefits

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.

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.

Agency

City of Rochester (NY)

Address

30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614

Phone

585-428-7115

Website

http://www.cityofrochester.gov

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