Veterinary Technician: Surgery Prep & Animal Wellness

Franklin County Ohio Department of Human Resources; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Franklin County Ohio Department of Human Resources seeks a Veterinary Technician to support the Assistant Director by assessing animals and performing clinical procedures, while preparing the clinic for daily activities.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology and registration as a Veterinary Technician, with at least one year of animal care experience. Duties include surgery prep, drug logs, records retrieval, scheduling, and involvement in adoption events.

Qualifications

• Requires relevant degree or equivalent training/experience.
• Registration as a Veterinary Technician is required.
• One year of animal care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate animals and participate in clinical procedures.
• Prepare surgery area and verify information; monitor vital signs.
• Prepare drugs and animals for surgical procedures and maintain logs.
• Retrieve records and medical histories; answer inquiries about medical issues.
• Schedule appointments and maintain clinic processing area.
• Monitor shelter and sanitary issues; assist in tracking supplies.
• Support adoption events and dog care as needed.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Animal care

Clinical procedures

Record keeping

Education

Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology

Veterinary Technician registration

Job description

The Franklin County Ohio Department of Human Resources seeks a Veterinary Technician to support the Assistant Director by assessing animals and performing clinical procedures, while preparing the clinic for daily activities.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology and registration as a Veterinary Technician, with at least one year of animal care experience. Duties include surgery prep, drug logs, records retrieval, scheduling, and involvement in adoption events.