Veterinary Technician

Farah Experiences LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist with veterinary treatments and care for various species. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in a related field, at least 2-3 years of experience in a veterinary hospital, and excellent communication skills. This role involves working with wildlife, coordinating medical procedures, and maintaining medical areas. Flexibility in shifts and the ability to lift heavy weights are required traits for the job.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related field or equivalent.
• At least 2-3 years of proven experience in a veterinary hospital as a veterinary technician.
• Excellent English communication skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with veterinary treatments for SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s collection.
• Coordinate medical procedures and maintain medical areas.
• Participate in medical care of rescued wildlife.

Job description

The job scope includes:

• Assists with veterinary treatments and procedures for all aspects of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s collection as directed by Veterinarians
• Coordinates medical procedures, treatment, routine husbandry behavioral scheduling and other protocols as directed by the leadership teams
• Maintains and cleans the medical areas, surgical room and equipment
• Performs pharmaceutical and medical supplies inventories and updates the tracker accordingly
• Participates in the medical care of rescued wildlife including but not limited to dugongs, birds, sea turtles, and cetaceans
• Assists with anesthetic procedures, radiology procedures, collection of veterinary samples, and preparation of samples for diagnostic testing
• Consults and educates the animal colleagues, leadership teams and occasionally guests, in areas of health, welfare, and husbandry
• Assists with animal health research projects and prepares data results for presentations and peer‑reviewed publications
• Assists in maintaining all animal records
• Assists in the field for rescues, health assessments and field research with various species when required
• Works in varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid‑ and closing shifts; weekends, and holidays
• Lifts, carries, pushes, pulls up to 50 lbs / 20kg on occasion; extensive walking or standing indoors or outdoors; tasks that involve repetitive motions such as bending, stooping, or lifting
• Performs other duties as assigned

To be considered for the role, you will need to have:

Job Essentials:

• Diploma in a related field or equivalent
• Ability to obtain a license or certification for veterinary technician in the UAE as required
• At least 2-3 years of proven experience in a veterinary hospital as a veterinary technician.
• Excellent English communication skills and teamwork abilities
• Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly as the needs of the animal collection develop
• Knowledge in current computer application, including in MS Office
• Basic mathematical skills

Job Desirables:

• Familiar with professional zoo/aquarium communities and non‑domestic species
• Previous experience with data entry, various hematology and reproductive analyzers and equipment maintenance schedules

Interested in this opportunity? Apply now!