Veterinary Technician

Franklin County, OH
Ohio City, OH, United States
$25,48 an hour
Permanent
Full-time

Salary : $25.48 Hourly

Location : Ohio 43229, OH

Job Type : Full-time, Regular, Classified

Job Number : 738513539

Agency : Department of Animal Care & Control

Opening Date : 10 / 07 / 2024

Closing Date : 4 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Typical Work Hours : shifts vary

Bargaining Unit : Non-Bargaining

Probationary Period : 180 Days

Classification Purpose

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The primary purpose of the Veterinary Technician classification is to ensure and improve the health and well-being of animals and to assist and educate the public.

Job Duties

Provide direct support to the Assistant Director. Assess and evaluate animals and participate in performing clinical processes per agency's established procedures.

Answer inquiries regarding medical or behavioral problems. Schedule appointments for the animals and prepare clinic processing room for daily activities.

Retrieve records and medical histories.

Per ORC 4741.01 (G), oversee and monitor the assignments of veterinary assistants. Report discrepancies and / or violations to the assistant director.

Prepare surgery area for animals and verify appropriate information. Prepare drugs and animals for surgical procedures. Monitor the vital signs of animals and maintain surgical drug logs.

Prepare post-operational surgical instructions. Perform follow-ups and maintain surgical instruments. Monitor and report shelter and sanitary issues to the assistant director.

Assist in tracking and ordering of supplies as directed. Provide follow-up services as necessary. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Shall participate in adoption promotional events, dog waling and dog care, as needed.

These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Veterinarian Technology with one (1) year of animal care experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Additional Requirements

Registration as a Veterinary Technician is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None required

Join Franklin County Board of Commissioners today and receive the following benefits :

  • Extensive health benefits for all full-time permanent employees.
  • Life insurance coverage for all permanent employees.
  • Guaranteed 10 paid holidays every year.
  • A 14 percent employer contribution to your OPERS pension plan.
  • Earn a potential monetary incentive during our annual wellness incentives for employees / spouses enrolled in healthcare.

See more information regarding our benefits we provide at

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