Veterinary Technician Position Available In Walton, Florida

Veterinary Technician 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars De Funiak Springs, FL 32433 JOB Position SummaryThe Veterinarian Technician performs work assisting the Veterinarian in all aspects of veterinary care including emergency care, restraint and treatment. The member performs technical, operational, and public relations duties and tasks specific to the position. The member assists in rescue operations, adoptions, feedings and euthanasia. Must be able to work with inmates.

QualificationsVeterinary Technician I:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageCertifications
• Ability to obtain Florida Euthanasia Certification within six (6) months of hireMust obtain Inmate Work Program training within six (6) months of hire

Valid Driver LicenseVeterinary Technician II:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalentExperience
• Five (5) years of experience with animal maintenance, animal husbandry, or animal enforcement
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required competencies to perform the job.

Must be at least 18 years of ageCertifications

• Animal Control Officer Certification; Florida Euthanasia CertificationValid Driver LicenseEssential Job FunctionsThis list of functions, duties, responsibilities, skills, and physical abilities is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Regular and prompt job attendance.

Administers basic medical treatments, including vaccinations, intestinal deworming agents (oral or topical), flea/tick control, ear mite infection, and/or scabies/demodicosis treatments.

Perform animal restraint and conducts medical treatmentOperates specialized equipment, and administer medications, collects samplesand performs tests, vaccines, and euthanasia, if needed.

Collects and labels specimens while preparing and assisting with animal surgery. Performs basic diagnostic procedures and documents results.

Prepares and records medical histories, procedures, and other pertinent medical information in the written medical record and/or appropriate shelter software program for all animals housed in the shelter.

Performs clerical duties and maintains treatment records, reports, files, attends meetings and prepares forms.

Transports animals to offsite locations including veterinary/ER clinics as directed.

Inventory pharmaceuticals, equipment, supplies, and can order supplies and equipment.

Advise and educate animal owners and the general public of important matters pertaining to pets. Communicate via telephone and computer.

Maintains instruments and equipment.

Assist with kennel duties, as needed.

Must be able to respond when called in.

Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Key CompetenciesWorking knowledge of the pharmaceuticals that are prescribed by the Veterinarian.

Good listening skillsCompassionCommunication skillsPhysical staminaKnowledge of a variety of animal speciesPhysical RequirementsDependable attendance is required.

Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication.

Must be able to lift 40 pounds.

This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.

Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognizes people and understands written directions.

Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone.

Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing office equipment such as computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, etc.

Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for a waiver of post-secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes