Simi Valley, CA15 days ago
Ability to learn (ACT I) and ability to (ACT II): Interpret, understand and apply departmental policies, procedures, rules, regulations, state laws, and local ordinances governing the care and housing of animals; Utilize department's management software program; Identify and recognize illness, habits and behaviors of various animals; Recognize signs and symptoms of zoonotic diseases; Operate equipment used for handling, restraining, receiving, feeding, caring for, grooming, and releasing various types of small and large animals; Assist the veterinarian in treating injured animals; Euthanize animals; Understand and follow oral and written directions; Recognize problems and exercise rational judgment in formulating solutions; Speak and write effectively; Establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, department personnel, volunteers, and other agencies; Work independently with minimal supervision; Take action in maintaining herd health to prevent cross contamination. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Cleans, disinfects, and maintains sanitary conditions of all kennel areas, onsite Veterinary Hospital, enrichment items, and laundry facilities; Prepares food, feeds, enriches, and provides daily care for impounded animals; Observes animals for signs of illness or unusual behavior; documents observations and notifies peers and management; facilitates movement of injured or ailing animals with Veterinary hospital staff; Assists veterinarian with vaccinations and minor treatment of infirm, injured, aged, immature, diseased, and feral animals; Prepares animal(s) for discharge and walks/carries to owner's vehicle; Utilizes Animal Services Records Management Software systems, to process and track animal service activities such as kennel admission and departure dates, animal information and contact records, photographs, behavior profiles, clinic operations, veterinary record-keeping, etc.