Registered Veterinary Technician (Animal Health Technician)

Orange County Comptroller; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Long Beach's Animal Care Services Bureau is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician position. This role involves ensuring the health and welfare of animals, administering medical care, and contributing to public education programs. Candidates must hold a valid technician certificate and be prepared for physically demanding tasks. An incentive of up to $6,000 is offered for successful recruitment.

Qualifications

• Valid certificate from California Veterinary Medical Board required.
• Ability to lift and handle animals weighing 50-75 pounds.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Examines animals and injects drugs for immunization and euthanasia.
• Administers emergency treatment and ensures animal welfare.
• Maintains records and prepares educational programs on animal care.

Skills

Animal Care

Basic Medical Care

Emergency Treatment

Public Safety

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate

Job description

Some positions in this classification qualify for a Recruitment Incentive of up to $6,000. For more information on the City of Long Beach's Recruitment Incentive Program pleaseclick here.

The Animal Care Services Bureau is seeking qualified candidates interested in applying for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician position.

In 2019, the City of Long Beach implemented the Compassion Saves model of shelter operations which ensures that all healthy and treatable animals are saved. The mission of the Long Beach Animal Care Services Bureau is to ensure “Compassion Saves” by supporting the people and animals of our community through outreach, education, guidance, and support services. We protect shelter animals by creating an environment of care through enrichment and innovative programs, and by providing public safety and the humane treatment of animals to nearly 600,000 residents in five cities. With a staff of over 50 employees, and an annual operating budget of over $4.8 million, the Bureau will care for more than 6,000 live animals in 2024.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under supervision of a consulting licensed veterinarian,

• Examines animals and injects drugs for immunization, tranquilization or euthanasia;
• Provides basic medical care and treatment to all animals;
• Ensures the health and welfare of the animal population;
• Prevents the spread of disease and infection through daily health examinations and observations;
• Administers emergency treatment, first aid and follow-up care to those animals in need;
• Examines animals to determine age and general physical condition;
• Reviews for accuracy those lists of animals to be examined by a veterinarian, made available to the general public, or to be euthanized;
• Maintains records related to animal impoundment, medical care and euthanasia;
• Provides control and inventory reports of drugs and related medical supplies and usage;
• Assists in the investigations of cruelty to animals and prepares documentation for presentation at court;
• Prepares and presents educational programs on animal care, including spay and neuter information;
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures and protocols for animal care;
• Performs other related duties as required.

This position is open to all candidates meeting the following minimum qualifications:

• A valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate or higher, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board.(proof required)*
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, restrain and/or handle animals weighing 50-75 pounds.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and/or on call for consultation by shelter staff is required.
• A valid driver's license may be required at time of appointment. If required, proof of a valid California Class C motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.