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Salary: $26.23 Hourly
Location : 4340 Tamarack Blvd., Columbus, Ohio 43229, OH
Job Type: Full-time, Regular, Classified
Job Number: 956628169
Agency: Department of Animal Care & Control
Opening Date: 04/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Typical Work Hours: shifts vary
Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining
Probationary Period: 180 Days
Classification Purpose
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The primary purpose of the Veterinary Technician classification is to ensure and improve the health and well-being of animals and to assist and educate the public.
Job Duties
Provide direct support to the Assistant Director. Assess and evaluate animals and participate in performing clinical processes per agency's established procedures. Answer inquiries regarding medical or behavioral problems. Schedule appointments for the animals and prepare clinic processing room for daily activities. Retrieve records and medical histories.
Per ORC 4741.01 (G), oversee and monitor the assignments of veterinary assistants. Report discrepancies and/or violations to the assistant director. Prepare surgery area for animals and verify appropriate information. Prepare drugs and animals for surgical procedures. Monitor the vital signs of animals and maintain surgical drug logs. Prepare post-operational surgical instructions. Perform follow-ups and maintain surgical instruments. Monitor and report shelter and sanitary issues to the assistant director. Assist in tracking and ordering of supplies as directed. Provide follow-up services as necessary. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Shall participate in adoption promotional events, dog waling and dog care, as needed.
These duties are illustrative only and you may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in Veterinarian Technology with one (1) year of animal care experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Additional Requirements
Registration as a Veterinary Technician is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None required
Join Franklin County Board of Commissioners today and receive the following benefits:

• Extensive health benefits for all full-time permanent employees.
• Life insurance coverage for all permanent employees.
• Guaranteed 10 paid holidays every year.
• A 14 percent employer contribution to your OPERS pension plan.
• Earn a potential monetary incentive during our annual wellness incentives for employees/spouses enrolled in healthcare.

See more information regarding our benefits we provide at https://hr-boc.franklincountyohio.gov/