Veterinary Technician

Goede Doelen Nederland; Almere; Remote; EUR 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract after two fixed‑ten

Salary €2,924–€3,760 gross/mo

11.5% Personal Benefit Budget

Pension scheme

24 days holiday

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

AAP in Almere, the Animal Advocacy and Protection, seeks a veterinary technician to join our on-site team. You will support veterinarians in examining and treating exotic animals, assist with surgeries, and maintain health records.

The role requires NLQF4 / EQF4, at least three years’ experience, and strong English, with weekends/on‑call. We offer a permanent contract after two fixed‑term terms, a salary of €2,924–€3,760 gross per month, an 11.5% benefits budget, a good pension, and 24 vacation

Qualifications

• Affinity with the objectives of AAP.
• NLQF 4 / EQF 4 educational and/or working level.
• At least three years’ experience as a veterinary technician.
• Knowledge of animal illnesses and the transfer of illnesses.
• Knowledge of relevant animal species.
• Practical experience with exotic animals is a plus.
• A completed article 12 course with good results is a plus.
• You are in good physical condition and cope well with stress.
• You are a team player and have cooperative and communicative skills.
• Working on weekends and public holidays is no problem – on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians in examining and treating exotic animals and assist with surgical procedures.
• Assist during annual health checks.
• Process samples and ensure medical instruments and veterinary areas are clean.
• Maintain veterinary administration.
• Carry out preventative health care per fixed protocols.

Skills

planning & organization

accuracy

problem solving

flexibility

English skills

team player

Education

NLQF 4 / EQF 4

Tools

Excel

ZIMS Medical

Job description

AAP (Animal Advocacy and Protection) is a European animal welfare organization dedicated to the welfare of exotic animals. It is our mission to end their suffering by rescuing animals in need and advocate for better laws and regulations. AAP operates two rescue and rehabilitation facilities, one in Almere (the Netherlands) and one in Villena (Spain). We rescue animals from illegal trade, circuses or private owners and help them recover both mentally and physically. When they are rehabilitated and ready to move on, we find a good place for them with one of our outplacement partners, such as a sanctuary or suitable zoo.

In Almere we have about 100 employees and more than 200 volunteers. We work in a spacious and modern location, in the middle of the green heart of Almere. Our office and facility centre are located on the same grounds as our rescued animals. Nowhere else can you see the result of your work so directly!

In Villena we have 24 employees and 16 volunteers. Our office and facility centre are located on the same grounds as our rescued animals. Nowhere else can you see the result of your work so directly!

Check out our website www.aap.eu and follow our stories on social media!

• Support the veterinarians in examining and treating exotic animals and prepare and assist with surgical procedures.
• Give assistance during annual health checks.
• Process samples and ensure that medical instruments and veterinary areas are clean.
• Part of the work will consist of preventative health care of the animals in the various animal care departments according to fixed protocols.
• You will be responsible for maintaining the veterinary administration.
• Competencies: planning and organization; accuracy; problem solving capability and flexibility.

• Affinity with the objectives of AAP.
• NLQF 4 / EQF 4 educational and/or working level.
• At least three years’ experience as a veterinary technician.
• Knowledge of animal illnesses and the transfer of illnesses.
• Knowledge of relevant animal species.
• Practical experience with exotic animals is a plus.
• A completed article 12 course with good results is a plus.
• You are in good physical condition and cope well with stress.
• You are a team player and have great cooperative and communicative skills.
• Working on weekends and public holidays is no problem for you – the team works with an on‑call roster.
• You show flexibility, initiative and are capable of planning and organizing your work and solving problems in a proactive and constructive manner.
• You are conscientious in following strict procedures.
• Your oral and written English skills are good.
• Working with the relevant computer programs (Excel, ZIMS Medical (etc.) is an essential part of the job.

• A unique workplace in the green heart of Almere, within a short travelling distance of Amsterdam, Zwolle and Utrecht.
• Work on site where AAP shelters animals.
• A role with social relevance in an international working environment.
• An inspiring and professional working environment that encourages dedication, accessibility and decisiveness.
• A permanent contract (after 2 fixed‑term contracts) subject to mutual satisfaction.
• A salary between €2.924,- and €3.760,- gross per month (based on 40 hours per week), depending on relevant work experience.
• A Personal Benefit Budget of 11.5% of the gross annual salary. (This includes the holiday allowance of 8%)
• A good and sustainable pension scheme.
• A holiday entitlement of 24 days per year on a full-time basis.
• Full reimbursement of public transport travel costs and a generous travel allowance for private transport.

For more info you can contact Team Manager Julie Fialova directly at [e-mail].

Please note that only people with the right to work within Europe will be considered for this application.