Veterinary Technician Job at Miami-Dade County, Doral, FL

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Job Description

Minimum Qualifications


High school diploma or GED and six months experience working or volunteering in an animal veterinary or training facility with experience in an animal anesthesia and/or surgery with a commitment to the welfare and treatment of animals. Must receive Euthanasia Certification provided by the Florida Animal Control Association or Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT). Must be able to work weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts.

Recruitment Notes


Employees in this classification work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian to provide general husbandry, medical treatments, anesthetic and nursing care to shelter animals. Duties include but are not limited to drawing blood; administering vaccinations and other medications; anesthetizing, prepping and monitoring animals before, during and after surgical procedures: cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments, animal holding and work areas. Employees are responsible for maintaining accurate records in the shelter database including but not limited to movement of animals: all treatments; drugs; medications; microchip data; diagnostic testing to include submittals and result; bandage changes; behavioral observations; and vaccinations administered to the shelter.

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