Assists Veterinarians in providing medical and technical support in the health care of animals at the city’s animal shelters.

Essential Functions: 

1. Prepares for and assists veterinarians with routine and emergency medical procedures to ensure activities are conducted in an efficient manner.
2. Collects and prepares biological samples to examine samples under microscope, conducts lab tests, and reports results to veterinarians.
3. Monitors animals' general health while in facilities and vital signs during procedures and while recuperating.
4. Assists veterinarians with and administers prescribed medications to animals in order to provide support and nursing care.
5. Prepares, sterilizes, and monitors surgical instrument packs and supplies for surgical procedures and treatment.
6. Assists in maintaining the inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies and restocks medical kits to ensure supplies are readily available.
7. Evaluates the general condition and disposition of animals to determine which animals have the best chance for adoption.
8. Maintain accurate records on all animals. 

Minimum Qualifications:
Two years animal care experience; experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter/animal control setting preferred. Must have basic computer skills, valid driver’s license and good driving record; TB test is required. College coursework in animal/veterinary science, veterinary assistant certification, animal control officer certification or euthanasia technician certification a plus. Must obtain a veterinary assistant certification in the State of Texas within one year of appointment. High school diploma or GED.

Associate’s degree (or higher) in animal/veterinary science will qualify. A Level I CVA will substitute for one year of the required experience. A Level II or III CVA will qualify.

Working Conditions & Hazards:
- Works in laboratory and outdoors.
- Exposed to illnesses, possible injury from animals, drugs, and chemicals.
- Lifts and restrains animals and moves equipment.
- May be required to work weekends and holidays. APPLY

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