REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Priority Screening Date: 3/22/2026 Exam # 26/50M21/03JH SUMMARY OF POSITION The Animal Services Bureau has an opening for a regular part-time (0.5 FTE) Registered Veterinary Technician at Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS) in Salinas. This part‑time position with a flexible schedule will assist with spay/neuter surgeries (that may include shelter pets, feral cats, or owned pets), vaccination clinics, and assisting with shelter medical rounds as needed for animals housed within the shelter. RESPONSIBILITIES Assists veterinarian with examinations; restrains animals during examinations; makes observations on the health of sheltered animals and reports to shelter supervisor and veterinarian; communicates medical information to staff, volunteers, and clients; schedules animals for spay or neuter surgery; obtains cost estimates for outside treatment. Performs physical examinations of animals and records findings; examines animals to determine breed and approximate age; evaluates health of animals and determines which animals have priority for medical care; recommends further evaluation such as x‑ray and skin scraping to supervisor and veterinarian. Cleans and disinfects surgical equipment; operates autoclave, cleans and disinfects surgery suite counters, tables, cages, and floors; assists with feeding and watering animals in clinic. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Thorough Knowledge of: State and local ordinances and laws relating to the care, treatment and control of animals. Methods, techniques, and medication used in the care and treatment of animals. Physical and behavioral characteristics of common domestic animals and livestock. Characteristics of common diseases. Working Knowledge of: Spay and neuter surgical procedures and techniques. Proper techniques for preparation, handling and disposal of rabies specimen test samples. Proper euthanasia procedures. Basic animal care and nutritional needs. Procedures and medical terminology of a veterinary clinic. Standard office computer software. English grammar and usage. Skill and Ability to: Perform full range of Registered Veterinary Technician duties. Handle animals properly and perform work in a humane manner. Perform euthanasia of animals by injection; recognize symptoms of rabies and other common diseases and injuries in animals. Keep accurate records of treatment. Exercise independent judgment. Communicate clearly and proficiently both orally and in writing at a level necessary to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position. Maintain effective working relationships with shelter staff, volunteers, clients, and veterinarian. Desirable Qualifications: Ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English and Spanish. Conditions of Employment: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. Pursuant to Title 16 Section 4841 of the State of California Business and Professions Code, possession of a valid registered veterinary technician certificate issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board. BENEFITS The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding prevail over this listing. Bargaining Unit H Benefit Summary Sheet. HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSES The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug‑free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Jeremy Hathaway, Human Resources Analyst I, at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr