Registered Veterinary Technician

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Salary: $4,414.80 - $6,066.67 Monthly USD
  • Full Time
  • Animal Control or Services
  • Job Description

    The Job

    UP TO $2,000 IN HIRING BONUS!

    The Animal Care Division within the Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an Registered Veterinary Technician to assist the professional medical staff assigned to animal shelter facilities by performing routine and para-professional duties related to the care and treatment of animals. Duties include, administering medications; post medical records; preparing animals for surgery; conduct training programs to educate shelter staff on animal first aid, disease recognition and prevention; perform humane euthanasia on animals as required; recommend appropriate procedures regarding the proper care and treatment of animals housed at the animal shelter facilities; assist with maintaining cleanliness of shelter facility; and maintain records pertaining to medical treatments and medical supplies.

    The resulting list may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur throughout the Animal Care Division.

    For more detailed information, refer to the Registered Veterinary Technician job description.

    Recruitment Bonus: Bonus payment up to $2,000 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment. Please refer to the Teamster Local 1932 MOU to review eligibility criteria for bonus.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

    Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
    Physical: Must be able to lift and restrain small to very large animals, both domestic and wild, which may weigh up to 100 pounds.
    Environmental: Will be exposed to cleaning and disinfectant chemicals at commercial facilities and animal control shelters.
    Travel/License: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance are required and must be maintained throughout employment.
    DEA Registration: Within 90 days of employment, candidates must obtain a Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration to order and administer veterinary medical drugs at the animal shelter facilities.
    Registered Vet Tech Certification: Employees must maintain an active Registered Veterinary Technician certification throughout employment.
    Availability: This position requires working on the weekends. Candidates must indicate availability for weekend work on the application to be considered.

    Minimum Requirements

    Registration: Must possess and maintain a valid Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certificate issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board. Applicants must indicate number and expiration date in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.

    Selection Process

    There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

    Application Procedure : Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

    To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

    If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

    EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

    ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

    Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.



    Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

    Technical & Inspection Unit

    The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

    For a summary of benefits,* please click here .

    Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

    *Retirement benefits subject to change.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • San Bernardino County
    • San Bernardino County

    San Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.

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