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County of Riverside, CA - Coachella, CA

posted 16 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Coachella, CA
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Veterinary Assistant to support the Department of Animal Services in Coachella, California. This is a full-time temporary position; 40 hours per week. Work schedules are based on department needs and can be Monday- Friday or Tuesday- Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Under supervision, assists Veterinary Surgeon by performing routine and para-professional duties involved in the surgical sterilization of small animals at a County Spay and Neuter Clinic; assists in the care and treatment of animals; and performs other related duties as required. The Veterinary Assistant is an entry-level classification and reports to a Supervising Registered Veterinary Technician. The County Spay and Neuter Program and shelter functions as part of the Veterinary Services Division of the Riverside County Department of Animal Services. Sterilization surgeries are performed on small animals (e.g., dogs, cats and rabbits), and shelter animals are examined and treated for minor illnesses or injuries.

Responsibilities

  • Assist a Veterinary Surgeon in the administration of physical examinations to determine surgical fitness of animals by handling animals during the examination.
  • Prepare instruments and medical supplies for Veterinary Surgeon's use; prepare animals for sterilization surgery and assist with anesthesia procedures.
  • Provide the Veterinary Surgeon with supplies needed during the sterilization surgery of animals; provide support for any emergencies that might arise.
  • Monitor animals during surgery as needed; observe animals after surgery to detect any abnormal behavior or physical symptoms and report findings to the Veterinary Surgeon.
  • Clean and prepare surgical packs and instruments for sterilization prior to surgery; provide general care for and feed animals.
  • Under direction, render first aid, medical treatment, and therapy as required for hospitalized animals.
  • Assist with admittance and discharge of animals to and from clinic.
  • Assist in training clinic personnel; order necessary materials and medications required by the Spay and Neuter Facility and Shelter.
  • Assist with filling prescriptions; assist spay and neuter staff with daily operations.
  • Observe general shelter population for illness and/or injury.
  • Assist veterinarians in treating shelter animals, including a variety of exotic animals, through the restraining and managing of many different species.

Requirements

  • Two years of experience in the care and treatment of small animals under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian at a veterinary clinic or small animal hospital. (Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in animal health, animal science, zoology, or a related field to the assignment may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)
  • Three years of experience in the care and handling of animals with a public or private agency. (Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in animal health, animal science, zoology, or a related field to the assignment may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.)

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of safe, humane, and efficient methods for the care and treatment of small animals, particularly dogs and cats.
  • Knowledge of equipment and procedures used at a veterinary clinic.
  • Knowledge of physical and behavioral characteristics of small animals.
  • Knowledge of substances and methods used to clean and disinfect animal habitats.

Benefits

  • Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
  • A series of three Rabies vaccines is required within 30 days of employment.
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