Registered Veterinary Technician (Animal Care Specialist Iii)

Salary : $46,924.80 - $57,033.60 Annually
Location : Animal Svcs - 3647 Cornucopia Way, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 4332-24
Department: Animal Services Agency
Opening Date: 03/27/2024
Closing Date: 4/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
About the Opportunity
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Stanislaus Animal Services Agency is seeking a highly motivated, proficient, and professional Registered Veterinary Technician (Animal Care Specialist III). The incumbent should enjoy working with clients and their pets to ensure consistent and quality patient care is achieved.
To learn more about Stanislaus Animal Services Agency, click here.
THE POSITION
The Registered Veterinary Technician (Animal Care Specialist III), assists in surgical procedures and the care and treatment of animals in the shelter, under the direction of the Veterinarian. This leadership position performs laboratory medical tests and assists Animal Care Specialists I and II in the performance of their duties.
Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community and Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.
Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.
Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at under the "Disability" tab.
Typical Tasks

• Maintain equipment related to veterinary medicine;
• Assist veterinarian in surgical procedures including performing routine blood tests on animals prior to surgery;
• Triage injured/sick animals brought into the shelter;
• Treat and monitor sick and/or injured animals at the shelter;
• Maintain accurate medical records;
• Microchip and vaccinate animals at the shelter;
• Perform temperament/health testing of dogs and cats at the shelter as part of the pre-adoption screening;
• Perform routine blood tests on animals prior to surgery;
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to animals at the shelter;
• Perform data entry of all medical records into the Chameleon computer program;
• Operate computer software for tracking animals;
• Discuss post-op and post-adoption directions with adopters; and
• Assist Animal Care Specialists I and II with their tasks.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)
KNOWLEDGE

• Basic anatomy of common domestic pets;
• Basic drugs and their use in veterinary medicine;
• Basic knowledge of common diseases of domestic pets and the recommended treatment;
• Basic handling techniques and basic behavioral characteristics of domestic pets, livestock and common wildlife; and
• State and local ordinances relating to the care and maintenance of domestic pets, livestock, wildlife and quarantining of suspect rabid animals.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Handle and care for animals in a respectful, compassionate and humane manner;
• Identify common canine and feline breeds and other species of animals;
• Prepare legible, clearly written records, logs, and forms;
• Follow written and oral instructions and possess basic computer knowledge;
• Safely use animal handling equipment and common hand tools for the repair of equipment;
• Effectively read, understand, interpret, and answer questions raised by fellow employees and the general public regarding policies and procedures at the Animal Services Center;
• Assist and work closely with authorized volunteers at the shelter;
• Set up and complete basic laboratory tests;
• Take a blood sample and give medication by intravenous route; and
• Administer appropriate drug/dose for general anesthesia and monitor during procedure.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
PATTERN I

• At least one (1) year experience gaining the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the tasks of the position generally acquired in a veterinary hospital setting; AND
• Possess and maintain a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician license; AND
• Possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certificates within one (1) year from date of appointment; AND
• Successfully complete the in-house euthanasia certification within one (1) year of employment.

PATTERN II

• 30 units of college course work in Animal Science or a related field; AND
• Possess and maintain a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician license; AND
• Possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certificates within one (1) year from date of appointment; AND
• Successfully complete the in-house euthanasia certification within one (1) year of employment.

Proof of California Registered Veterinary Technician license is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must contact Megan Morriss at 209-342-1742 to make other arrangements before 5:00pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or failure to make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.
Application and Selection Procedures
APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.EXAMINATION PROCESSMost County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULEApplication Deadline: April 10, 2024Oral Examination: Tentatively the week of April 22, 2024Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.
GENERAL INFORMATIONFinal appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.
Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.
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