Animal Care Technician for Veterinary Education

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks a dedicated Animal Care Technician for the ACE program. You will provide husbandry, medical care, and enrichment for non-client animals used in teaching, supporting instruction and student learning in the veterinary college.

You will assist with health monitoring, basic procedures, and transport of animals; a on-call component, some after-hours work, weekends, and holidays are included. Criminal background check required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, biology, or related field, or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience handling, restraining and providing basic veterinary care to animals (horses, cows, pigs, dogs, cats, sheep).
• Previous experience in animal husbandry.
• Knowledge of health care procedures for animals.
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and order assigned daily tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly with team members to meet goals.
• Ability to recognize abnormal behavior and clinical signs; know when to consult a vet.
• Rabies prophylaxis will be required (provided by employer).

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, grooming, feeding, watering and general husbandry for all animals in ACE program.
• Assist with veterinary instruction by providing technical support to students in care areas.
• Track supply and equipment needs; transport animals; report issues for repair or ordering.
• Observe animal health, report concerns, and participate in preventive health programs and interventions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Prioritization

Team flexibility

Animal behavior recognition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in animal science/biology/related field

Job description

Virginia Tech seeks a dedicated Animal Care Technician for the ACE program. You will provide husbandry, medical care, and enrichment for non-client animals used in teaching, supporting instruction and student learning in the veterinary college.

You will assist with health monitoring, basic procedures, and transport of animals; a on-call component, some after-hours work, weekends, and holidays are included. Criminal background check required.