Veterinary Technician Trainee

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Veterinary Technician Trainee

Salary

$43,590.00 - $55,874.00 Annually

Location

184 Verona Street Rochester, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

25DM945DRA02

Department

Department of Recreation & Human Services

Bureau

Commissioner' Office

Opening Date

01/23/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

General Description

This is a 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, shelter management or Veterinary Technician. Related duties are performed as required.

This position is a traineeship lasting (24) twenty-four months. Upon completion of the traineeship the incumbent’s supervisor will determine if the incumbent has developed the requisite full performance knowledge, skills, and abilities for the title of Veterinary Technician. If the incumbent has, they will automatically transition into that title on a permanent basis. If the incumbent’s performance does not reflect the requisite full performance knowledge, skills, and abilities at the end of the traineeship or anytime during, the traineeship will be terminated.

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 IS PREFERRED

Typical Work Activities

• 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;

• Assists in the examination of animals to diagnosis injuries or illness;

• Assists and may administer medications, vaccinations, and anesthesia drugs;

• Maintains drug logs;

• Prepares animals for surgery;

• Advises and educates animal owners on future care and treatment;

• Prepares instruments, equipment, and materials for surgery;

• Performs other veterinary and animal care responsibilities as directed by a licensed veterinarian, Veterinary Technician or shelter management;

• Operates a vehicle to transport animals and pick up shelter supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment with this job)

• Possession of a valid Veterinary Technician 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.

Employer

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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