Melbourne, Florida, United States (On-Site) · Posted 23 hours ago
$20 / hr
Job Function Civilian-Technical/Communications/Investigative
Job Type Full-Time
Job Duration Indefinite
Min Education H.S. Diploma/Equivalent
Min Experience 2-3 Years
Required Travel 0-10%
Salary $19.50
Salary - Type Hourly Wage

About this role

Under direct Supervision of the Staff Veterinarian. Performs skilled work assisting the Veterinarian during clinical operation. Duties involve examining and observing the condition of animals held in the animal care centers.

Position Duties:
The tasks below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional related tasks as necessary.

  • Assist staff veterinarian in clinics.
  • Provide animal care as directed.
  • Fill prescriptions and administer medications and drugs to animals as directed.
  • Provide support to staff veterinarian and animal care supervisor.
  • Observes animals for signs of illness; reports findings to supervisor and/or veterinarian.
  • Organizes veterinary appointments for sick or injured animals and recheck appointments.
  • Maintains medical records and shelter data. 
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle. 
  • Become euthanasia certified and assist in performing euthanasia.
  • Performs related work as assigned or required.
  • Regular, dependable and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job.

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years' experience working with a veterinarian; familiar with surgical procedures, medications, sterilization and anesthesia.
  • Requires a minimum of six (6) months of experience in public contact work or as a kennel worker in an animal care facility.
  • State Certified Veterinary Technician preferred.
Job ID: 86970755

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Brevard County Sheriff's Office
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