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Description The City of Irvine seeks candidates with demonstrated animal care and customer service experience to assist with clinic operations at the Irvine Animal Care Center. This position is Part-time, up to 32 hours per week. Weekend and evening availability is required.

Future positions may be filled through this recruitment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, and some experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter clinic, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Part-time Hourly Range Veterinary Assistant -$22.09 - $29.02 Hourly Hours: Varying shifts Monday through Saturday with mandatory Friday coverage, up to 32 hours per week

Please note for internal candidates, the position will be filled based on the selected individual's current status as PT or EPT. For external candidates, this position will be filled as part-time. For current EPT internal candidates, please see the EPT benefits flier.

Your Impact Assist Veterinarians during surgeries; restrain animals during examinations, laboratory procedures, and preparation for surgery; monitor the care of animals after surgery and during treatment in the Animal Care Clinic. Report any problems noted to the appropriate staff. Administer medications and immunizations as directed by Veterinarians.

Calculate drug dosages accordingly and assist in the collection of blood, urine, and tissue samples. Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, medical examination and operating areas, and animal handling equipment. Maintain and care for surgical instruments, materials, and equipment.

Maintain and update various records and information pertaining to medical procedures at the clinic. Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and the public. Communicate follow-up/discharge instructions or medical information to the public and potential adopters.

May provide assistance to veterinary staff in the care, treatment, and transport of sick and injured animals, including euthanasia. Best Fit Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to multi-task in a busy animal shelter environment that has exposure to a variety of domestic animals and wild life.

Ability to work in an environment with exposure to allergens such as cats, dogs, rabbits, hay, and peanut butter. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and some experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter clinic, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Ability to push, pull, drag, lift, or carry equipment/supplies (weighing up to 50 lbs.), ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time; ability to lean, stoop, twist, bend, and kneel while performing job duties

Supplemental Information Your Team The Mission of the employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine's five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire.

We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day. Community and Library Services TheCommunity & Library Services Departmentprovides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. The department consists of the following award-winning programs and services: Human Services; Community Parks, Outreach and Open Space; Aquatics; Athletics and Great Park Operations; Reservation, Program Services and Special Events Permits Division; Irvine Animal Care Center; Administration and Business Services; and Library Services and Arts.

The Process Find more information in the Veterinary Assistant - PT job description. Interview: After a thorough review of applications, those candidates deemed most qualified as reflected in their application will be invited to an interview. Background Check: A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment.

Medical Examination: A medical examination will be conducted, including a drug/alcohol screening and proof of a negative TB test to ensure the ability to perform assigned duties. Any applicant who tests positive or tampers with evidence shall be disqualified from consideration. Future Vacancies: This recruitment may be used to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.

Part-time employees are employed "at will" and their services can be discontinued without cause. Certain City budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions. A qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. E-Verify The City of Irvine participates in E-Verify.

In compliance with federal law, all employees must provide verification of identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. For additional information, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.