Classification Title:

OPS Zoological Medicine Weekend Veterinary Technician Assistant

Job Description:

The Zoological Medicine service is recruiting for a veterinary technician assistant to work on the weekends from 8a-6p Saturday and Sunday providing assistance with veterinary care of wildlife and exotic patients. Shifts will be approximately two weekends per month and training will take place during flexible hours Monday-Friday prior to full independent work on the weekend. The ideal candidate has experience in exotic/wildlife veterinary medicine, excellent communication and organization skills, a high drive to learn, and an interest in teaching.

This position will be responsible for patient care and handling of exotic and wildlife species, including performing nursing care functions such as feeding, treatments, ,bandaging, and medication administration, instructing veterinary students in general technical skills as well as safety, administering anesthesia to a wide variety of species, and assisting clinician sin performing exams and procedures on patients, among other responsibilities such as cleaning, stocking, transporting animals to other facilities, and handling and maintaining a variety of equipment. This position requires independent, precise care of animals under the direction of doctors and nursing staff, as well as thorough, professional, and pleasant communication with a wide range of clients, doctors, students, and coworkers.

This position requires a post offer health assessment and background check

Expected Salary:

15-16 plus shift differential on weekends

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
Must have valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

Exotic/wildlife veterinary experience preferred
One year veterinary experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

Advertised: 18 Apr 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Apr 2024 Eastern Daylight Time