Manatee County Government
Overview
Work Location:
Bishop Animal Shelter, 5718 21st Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34209
Work Hours:
40 hours per week, including variable daytime, evening and some weekend hours/holidays based on operational needs
Expected Starting Hourly Range:
$19.51 - $24.38
This classification performs medical assistance by administering injections and medication; post-operative observation; administering medical treatments and monitoring the health and care of impounded animals in a shelter facility; medical testing and test results interpretation, inventory control and security of drugs; laboratory work and related clerical duties. Directs sanitation and feeding protocols, determines whether animals are treated or euthanized as a last resort. This position reports to the Shelter Veterinarian and is responsible for implementing all medical protocols as directed by the Shelter Veterinarian.
Working Conditions Indoor/outdoor environment. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting objects and animals up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
Note:
Manatee County Animal Services is working toward becoming a No-Kill facility.
Associate's degree in veterinary technology.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in private veterinary or shelter medicine practice assisting in surgery, medical treatments and performing diagnostic procedures.
Florida State Certification in Euthanasia
or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Incinerator Operation certification
within six months of hire.
Valid driver's license
required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Valid certification as a veterinary technician
desired.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of veterinary technology as related to the care and treatment of animals, examining, and evaluating impounded animals to determine health and potential adoptability; work with veterinary Medical Director to establish routine health and medical protocols, daily observations of shelter population for injuries and illness, and reporting of incidents.
Apply knowledge of veterinary medical practices; administers medication, vaccines, anesthesia, and oral, intra-muscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous injections; safely and humanely handle and restrain large and small animals.
Apply knowledge of veterinary practices and procedures and laboratory procedures; perform pre-surgical examinations including physical exam and evaluation, animal history, blood work and vaccines; perform pre-and post-surgical observations of animals and report condition changes; maintain complete and detailed surgical records.
Safely and humanely assist with, or euthanize sick and injured, or unwanted animals of a variety of sizes and breeds, in accordance with regulations and standard veterinary procedures.
Responsible for records, controls and maintaining security of federally-restricted drugs and barbiturates in accordance with pertinent laws, rules and regulations including biohazardous waste disposal related to the treatment of animals.
Establishes and maintains courteous and effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Serves as primary liaison between veterinarian Medical Director and Animal Services Chief and his staff.
May serve as Animal Care Supervisor determined by the division Chief.
May transport animals to contracted veterinarian and/or alternate shelters.
Performs other related work (including weather or extreme emergency duties) as required.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in veterinary technology.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in private veterinary or shelter medicine practice assisting in surgery, medical treatments and performing diagnostic procedures.
Florida State Certification in Euthanasia or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Incinerator Operation certification within six months of hire.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Valid certification as a veterinary technician desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to safely and humanely pick up and handle animals, alive and deceased, up to and over 100 pounds, with assistance when needed.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Bishop Animal Shelter, 5718 21st Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34209
Work Hours:
40 hours per week, including variable daytime, evening and some weekend hours/holidays based on operational needs
Expected Starting Hourly Range:
$19.51 - $24.38
This classification performs medical assistance by administering injections and medication; post-operative observation; administering medical treatments and monitoring the health and care of impounded animals in a shelter facility; medical testing and test results interpretation, inventory control and security of drugs; laboratory work and related clerical duties. Directs sanitation and feeding protocols, determines whether animals are treated or euthanized as a last resort. This position reports to the Shelter Veterinarian and is responsible for implementing all medical protocols as directed by the Shelter Veterinarian.
Working Conditions Indoor/outdoor environment. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting objects and animals up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
Note:
Manatee County Animal Services is working toward becoming a No-Kill facility.
Associate's degree in veterinary technology.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in private veterinary or shelter medicine practice assisting in surgery, medical treatments and performing diagnostic procedures.
Florida State Certification in Euthanasia
or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Incinerator Operation certification
within six months of hire.
Valid driver's license
required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Valid certification as a veterinary technician
desired.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of veterinary technology as related to the care and treatment of animals, examining, and evaluating impounded animals to determine health and potential adoptability; work with veterinary Medical Director to establish routine health and medical protocols, daily observations of shelter population for injuries and illness, and reporting of incidents.
Apply knowledge of veterinary medical practices; administers medication, vaccines, anesthesia, and oral, intra-muscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous injections; safely and humanely handle and restrain large and small animals.
Apply knowledge of veterinary practices and procedures and laboratory procedures; perform pre-surgical examinations including physical exam and evaluation, animal history, blood work and vaccines; perform pre-and post-surgical observations of animals and report condition changes; maintain complete and detailed surgical records.
Safely and humanely assist with, or euthanize sick and injured, or unwanted animals of a variety of sizes and breeds, in accordance with regulations and standard veterinary procedures.
Responsible for records, controls and maintaining security of federally-restricted drugs and barbiturates in accordance with pertinent laws, rules and regulations including biohazardous waste disposal related to the treatment of animals.
Establishes and maintains courteous and effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Serves as primary liaison between veterinarian Medical Director and Animal Services Chief and his staff.
May serve as Animal Care Supervisor determined by the division Chief.
May transport animals to contracted veterinarian and/or alternate shelters.
Performs other related work (including weather or extreme emergency duties) as required.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in veterinary technology.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in private veterinary or shelter medicine practice assisting in surgery, medical treatments and performing diagnostic procedures.
Florida State Certification in Euthanasia or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Incinerator Operation certification within six months of hire.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Valid certification as a veterinary technician desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to safely and humanely pick up and handle animals, alive and deceased, up to and over 100 pounds, with assistance when needed.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
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