Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
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07-04-2025
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Description
- The Fremont Police Department Animal Services Division is recruiting for the position of Veterinary Technician.
The Animal Shelter is part of the Fremont Police Department and is responsible for protecting lost and injured animals as well as protecting the public from animalcarried diseases.The Position:
The Veterinary Technician will assist in the care of animal patients at the Citys animal shelter. Additional key responsibilities include use of medical care equipment as well as moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife. The Veterinary Technician reports to the Shelter Veterinarian and is responsible for Fear Free treatment of all animals in the care of the TriCity Animal Shelter. This is an excellent leadership opportunity to provide high quality care for animal patients.
The Ideal Candidate:
The Fremont Police Department Animal Services Division is seeking a motivated candidate with experience working in a veterinary or shelter environment and ensuring all animals physical and emotional wellbeing using Fear Free techniques. The ideal candidate should have proficient computer abilities be proactive in task initiation and completion and excel in working independently. Furthermore they should have a proven track record of delivering outstanding customer service and possess knowledge of infectious diseases within both shelter and community environments. Moreover the candidate should possess expertise in delivering TrapNeuterVaccinateReturn services for community cats.
First Review of Applications:
The first review of applications is April 8 2025 at 5:00 PM (PT. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume must be submitted with the completed online application. Applications submitted without a resume may not be considered. Only online applications will be accepted.
To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity please complete an application online by clicking Apply just above this box.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment.
Selection Process:
The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews professional reference checks fingerprint check for criminal history and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Tentative Timeline:
Oral Board: Week of May 5 2025
The City of Fremont reserves the right to modify theselection processas necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by callingor emailing.
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The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Veterinary Technician Class Specification
Under general direction provides paraprofessional medical care and treatment to animals; assists a veterinarian with medical and surgical preoperative and postoperative procedures; monitors general health of animal population at the shelter; administers medication emergency treatment first aid and follow up care; provides lead supervision to animal services staff and volunteers; performs related duties as required.Class CharacteristicsThis is an advanced journey level classification reporting to the Animal Services Manager in the Animal Services Section of the Police Department. Assignments objectives and work methods are established by policy and procedure and incumbents assume responsibility for accomplishing work within those parameters. Work review is not continual but is conducted periodically; checks are integrated into work processes. The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelters animal care area. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife. Essential Functions
Job Responsibilities:
The Veterinary Technician will perform basic physical examination of animals on intake; understand infectious disease; communicate effectively with colleagues and the public; perform functions required for pre and postsurgical care including inducing anesthesia; maintain all necessary controlled substance drug logs and patient records.
Example of Job Duties- Evaluate animals for gender medical conditions age dental condition temperament and breed.
- Record and maintain health and temperament information on all animals for adoption.
- Recommend animals not meeting adoption criteria for euthanasia.
- Conduct preadoption health evaluations for dogs cats and other species.
- Inoculate animals as required with vaccines and administer medications as prescribed by a veterinarian for the treatment and prevention of animal illnesses.
- Provide paraprofessional medical care and treatment under the direction of veterinarians.
- Assist veterinarians with medical and surgical spay/neuter and other procedures.
- Conducts animal euthanasia by syringe injection or other approved method under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Maintain inventory of all pharmaceuticals medical equipment and supplies.
- Maintain accurate and thorough records of all surgeries administered and other information according to all mandated federal state local and professional standards and procedures.
- Assist customers and coworkers with information on the condition of the animals evaluated.
- Provide technical and functional lead supervision and training to animal services staff and volunteers.
- Support any field staff as assigned.
- Actively participate in the resolution of problems encountered on a shelterwide basis.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of: medical care for animals including medical protocols and vaccine procedures; principles of lead supervision; written and oral communication techniques; public relations; conflict resolution techniques; common animal types and their normal characteristics and behaviors.Skill in: administer medication and injections.Ability to: provide lead supervision and training; perform functions required for pre and postsurgical care; participate as a team member in the work of the Animal Services Section by understanding and implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives working cooperatively with other team members receiving and sharing information soliciting input identifying operational and interpersonal issues and participating in the development of medical problem solving solutions; learn read and interpret State of California laws and City of Fremont ordinances policies practices and procedures related to the administration of animal medical care and treatment; handle frightened injured ill and aggressive animals; respond courteously and tactfully to customers in the shelter; represent the City in cases of violation of animal control laws; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacities to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.
Education/ExperienceAny combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge skills and abilities would be: two years of college preferably in veterinary science and one year of experience working in an animal shelter clinic veterinary hospital or kennel under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Experience in euthanasia or high volume spay/neuter is highly desirable. Experience in interpreting and enforcing animal related laws is desirable.Licenses/Certificates/Special RequirementsRegistration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Veterinary Medical Board is required at time of appointment.Willingness to respond to emergency animal services assignments during offduty hours and may be subject to a mandatory oncall rotation.Physical and Environmental DemandsRare < 10 Occasional 1133 Frequent 3466 Constant >66Sitting: FrequentWalking: OccasionalStanding: OccasionalBending (neck): FrequentBending (waist): OccasionalSquatting: OccasionalClimbing: RareKneeling: OccasionalCrawling: NeverJumping: NeverBalancing: RareTwisting (neck): RareTwisting (waist): RareGrasp light (dominant hand): FrequentGrasp light (nondominant): FrequentGrasp firm (dominant hand): OccasionalGrasp firm (nondominant): OccasionalFine manipulation (dominant): OccasionalFine manipulation (nondominant): OccasionalReach at/below shoulder: OccasionalReach above shoulder level: RarePush/pull:Up to 10 lbs. Rare11 to 25 lbs. Rare26 to 50 lbs. Never51 to 75 lbs. Never76 to 100 lbs. NeverOver 100 lbs. NeverLifting:Up to 10 lbs. Occasional11 to 25 lbs. Occasional26 to 50 lbs. Rare51 to 75 lbs. Never76 to 100 lbs. NeverOver 100 lbs. NeverCarrying:Up to 10 lbs. Occasional11 to 25 lbs. Occasional26 to 50 lbs. Rare51 to 75 lbs. Never76 to 100 lbs. NeverOver 100 lbs. NeverCoordination:Eyehand: RequiredEyehandfoot: RequiredDriving: RequiredVision:Acuity near: RequiredAcuity far: RequiredDepth perception: RequiredAccommodation: RequiredColor vision: RequiredField of vision: RequiredTalking:Facetoface contact: RequiredVerbal contact w/others: RequiredPublic: RequiredHearing:Normal conversation: RequiredTelephone communication: RequiredEarplugs required: RequiredWork environment:The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelters animal care area. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife; working in a variety of weather exposed to pollens fumes and other airborne irritants; bending stooping squatting and crawling to care for animals in the shelter; and stepping climbing and jumping over physical barriers described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Class Code: 6745
FLSA: NonexemptEEOC Code: 3Barg. Unit: CFEA
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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