Veterinary Technician Assistant at City of Jacksonville

Job DescriptionAre you looking for a position with a work/life balance Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment Do you want low and no cost health insurance options If you answered yes to any of these questions you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!Animal Care and Protective Services is actively seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant.Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well In addition to health insurance dental vision life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.This is entry-level technical work in the maintenance of kennel facilities to include: care and feeding of sheltered animals in the medical areas performance of related clerical and customer support work providing support to veterinarians and veterinary technician supervisor in routine medical surgical and/or necropsy procedures. Work requires knowledge of techniques methods and procedures used in the care of animals and maintenance of kennel facilities which involves the use of specialized skills which are acquired through a combination of training and considerable on the job experience. Contacts with others require skills in understanding and influencing people which are important as it relates to animal care issues.Skills of persuasiveness assertiveness and sensitivity to others point of view are often required to influence behavior change an opinion or turn a situation around. Work schedule involves some weekend holidays and rotating shifts. Work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by procedures or precedents but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method technique or procedure to follow. Work is performed in field kennel and office environments where there are some risks and hazards due to the handling of ill and infectious animals and exposure to offensive odors chemicals and other airborne nuisances but the hazards are known somewhat predictable and mostly controllable. Operates laboratory and standard office equipment such as personal computer two-way radio euthanasia equipment animal restraint equipment and cash register. Operates a motor vehicle. The physical demands consist mainly of standing walking transporting animals and lifting animals and/or objects weighing more than 50 pounds. Work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are varied and although subject to standard practices and procedures the worker is permitted some latitude to set own priorities subject to supervisors approval.Examples of WorkAdministers basic medical treatments under the direction of a veterinarianTakes vital signs of animals. Cleans and disinfects different areas of the shelter to ensure the health and well-being of the animal population.Feeds and cares for critical animals in the medical areas.Retrieves restrains and assist with medical examinations of animals. Utilizes and maintains laboratory equipment.Prepares maintains and retrieves records reports and detailed and accurate medical histories of animals housed at facility using a personal computer.Performs euthanasia as taught by the FACA (Florida Animal Control Association) approved class and in compliance with the ACPS euthanasia protocol.Provides customer assistance and information concerning animals and adoption policies.Draws blood prepares and handles lab specimens and performs routine lab tests.Reports to work location during emergency circumstances such as actual and anticipated natural and man-made disasters.Operates laboratory and standard office equipment such as personal computer using word spreadsheet database and other related software two-way radio euthanasia equipment animal restraint equipment and cash register.Operates a motor vehicle.Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonvilles competencies.Performs related work as required.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of techniques methods and procedures used in the care of animals and maintenance of kennel facilitiesKnowledge of medical terminology abbreviations and orders.Knowledge of the drug names classes and general uses.Knowledge of euthanasia practices and procedures.Skill in the use of animal care equipment and materials.Ability to draw blood take temperature and other vitals in a low stress manner.Ability to administer medication orally intravenously subcutaneously.Ability to perform euthanasia as taught by the FACA (Florida Animal Control Association) approved class and in compliance with the ACPS euthanasia protocol.Ability to read comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions in English.Ability to make careful visual observations including clinical signs of illness behavior concerns age and spay/neuter status of animals.Ability to collect and record technical data relating to animal care using a personal computer.Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations including whole numbers and decimals.Ability to safely and humanely lift handle or restrain animals including injured fractious and non-socialized animals weighing 50 pounds or more which may be of an unpredictable potentially dangerous nature.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to operate laboratory and standard office equipment such as person computer using word spreadsheet database and other related software two-way radio euthanasia equipment animal restraint equipment and cash register.Ability to operate a motor vehicle.Open Requirements/Supplemental InformationOPEN REQUIREMENTS:One year of education and/or technical experience in biology animal husbandry herd management animal handling/care veterinary technician pre-med or pre-veterinary medical phlebotomy or laboratory technician experience. Successfully passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) to become certified as a Veterinary Technician may be substituted for six months of experience.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:The probation period for this class is six (6) months.This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonvilles Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401). ACPS is part of the City of Jacksonvilles emergency response operations. When pet friendly emergency shelters are open all full-time employees are required to report and carry out duties as assigned for the duration of the emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:Euthanasia Technician Certificationmust be obtained prior to completion of probationand must be maintained. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license during employment in this class. Must qualify for obtain and maintain a City of Jacksonville public driver certification for employment in this class.A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.Apply at . Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education a copy of your college transcript with your social blackout is required with your application. U.S. transcripts do not need to be official but must state your name the schools name classes taken grades received type of degree and date degree was conferred. Transcripts outside the U.S. must be converted to U.S. standards.The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers. To ensure you receive email notifications be sure to make a trusted sender. You may also track the status of your application and see notifications by logging into your account. For further information regarding the application process. please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the website.Certain servicemembers and veterans and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.If claiming veterans preference you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable the additional forms as noted here: a candidate believes he or she was not afforded the veterans preference he or she may file a written complaint within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision requesting an investigation to:Florida Department of Veterans AffairsAttention: Veterans Preference Coordinator11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311-K Largo FL 33778-1630Email: Required Experience:IC Key Skills Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1