Salary : $39,728.00 – $45,156.80 Annually
Location : West Dallas, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 12410-DAS
Department: Dallas Animal Services
* Org (REQUIRED): 3575 DAS Medical
Opening Date: 10/25/2023
Closing Date: 11/8/2023 11:59 PM Central
Position Purpose
The Veterinary Assistant assists, supports, and helps Veterinarians in providing medical and technical support in the health care of animals at the city’s animal shelters.
Essential Functions
1 Prepares for and assists veterinarians with routine and emergency medical procedures to ensure activities are conducted in an efficient manner; performs microchipping and various intake responsibilities for animals.
2 Collects and prepares biological samples to examine samples under microscope, conducts lab tests, and reports results to veterinarians.
3 Monitors animals’ general health while in facilities and vital signs during procedures and while recuperating.
4 Assists veterinarians with and administers prescribed medications to animals in order to provide support and nursing care; calculates dosages for sedation, pain management, and antibiotics.
5 Prepares, sterilizes, and monitors surgical instrument packs and supplies for surgical procedures and treatment; performs euthanasia when needed or requested.
6 Assists in maintaining the inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies and restocks medical kits to ensure supplies are readily available.
7 Evaluates the general condition and disposition of animals to determine which animals have the best chance for adoption.
8 Maintains accurate records on all animals; updates software and systems with correct information.
9 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience providing animal care or assisting with veterinary services which must have included providing customer service.
EQUIVALENCIES:
An associate degree (or higher) in an animal/veterinary science or veterinarian technology field will meet the education and experience requirements
A current Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) certificate will meet the education and experience requirements.
CERTIFICATIONS:
- Must obtain Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) Introduction certification issued by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) within one (1) year of appointment.
- Must obtain Euthanasia certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) within probationary period.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- NO Felony drug offenses within the last 10 years
- NO Animal Cruelty convictions.
- Availability to work varying shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
PREFERENCES:
- College coursework in animal/veterinary science, veterinary assistant certification, animal control officer certification or euthanasia technician certification is a plus.
- Experience in a high quality, high volume spay and neuter clinic is a plus.
Supplemental Information
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
For evaluation purposes, acceptable qualifying experience for all positions must have been in a paid capacity unless noted otherwise in the minimum qualifications for the posted position.
Additionally, 30+ hours per week will be counted as full-time employment and will receive full credit for the amount of time employed. A minimum of 15 through 29 work hours per week will be counted as part-time employment and will receive half credit for the amount of time employed.
Working Conditions & Hazards:
– Works in laboratory and outdoors.
– Exposed to illnesses, possible injury from animals, drugs, and chemicals.
– Lifts and restrains animals and moves equipment.
– May be required to work weekends and holidays.
To view the employee benefits offered by the City of Dallas
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked about your education, work history and/or current certifications and licenses. Answers given in this supplemental questionnaire must be able to be verified with the information provided in the Education, Work History and/or Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.Information submitted on attached documents (resumes, cover letters, etc.) WILL NOT be used to determine eligibility for this position.If you have NOT completed the application requirements, please return to the application and complete the appropriate section(s) before submitting.
- I have read and understand the above statement
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Please select the choice below which represents your highest level of education completed
- High School or GED
- Associate degree (or higher) in an animal/veterinary science or veterinarian technology field
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What is your level of experience providing animal care or assisting with veterinary services which must have included providing customer service
- None
- Less than one year
- One year or more
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Do you have a current Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) Certification?
- Yes
- No
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CONVICTION INFORMATION: An intensive background check will be performed during the interview process. The following are automatic disqualifiers: * Drug Felony convictions within the last 10 years* Animal Cruelty convictions
- I have read and understand the above statement.
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Have you EVER been convicted of a drug Felony within the last 10 years?
- Yes
- No
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Have you EVER been convicted of Animal Cruelty?
- Yes
- No
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Are you available to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a current valid Euthanasia Technician Certificate issued by TDSHS?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a valid Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) Introduction certification issued by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA)?
- Yes
- No
Required Question