Animal Care Technician

2 weeks ago


San Pedro, California, United States City of Los Angeles - Department of Animal Services Full time

CITY OF LOS ANGELES

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES

Job Opportunity
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN (CLASS CODE 2369)

The Department of Animal Services is seeking three dedicated Veterinary Technicians who are committed to delivering exceptional care to animals within the City's animal care facilities.


RESPONSIBILITIES
A Veterinary Technician supports a Veterinarian by executing routine and specialized tasks in the medical or surgical treatment of animals at the City's animal shelters. Responsibilities include performing euthanasia-by-injection and administering vaccinations under the supervision of a licensed Veterinarian, providing emergency medical assistance to injured animals, and engaging in related activities.


Veterinary Technicians should be prepared to be assigned to any of the shelters across the City and may be required to work during weekends.


QUALIFICATIONS
A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certificate, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, is mandatory at the time of application.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
The starting annual salary is $54,496, with opportunities for annual step increases. Comprehensive medical and dental benefits are included.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested candidates should submit a current resume, a City Employment Application outlining their education, training, and experience, along with proof of the Registered Veterinary Technician certificate.

APPLICATION FORM
The application form is available online.

APPLICATION PERIOD
The application period is currently open and will remain so until a sufficient number of applications are received.

For candidates seeking initial City employment, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found in the relevant guidelines.

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