Animal Health Technician

Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute; Front Royal (VA); Remote; USD 69,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading institution as an Animal Health Technician, providing vital veterinary support in a dynamic environment. This role involves working with non-domestic animals, ensuring their health through various medical procedures. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to wildlife health sciences.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in livestock or veterinary support roles.
• One year of specialized experience for GS-09.

Responsibilities

• Provides veterinary technical support for the WHS Veterinary Department.
• Performs tasks including anesthesia, treatment, and surgery.

Skills

Veterinary support

Anesthesia

Surgery

Preventative medicine

Record management

Education

Graduate degree in related field

Job description

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Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Department of Wildlife Health Sciences (WHS) at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) in Front Royal, VA.

Details

• Open & closing dates: 05/13/2025 to 05/27/2025
• Salary: $69,923 - $90,898 per year
• Pay scale & grade: GS 09
• Location: Front Royal, VA (Few vacancies)
• Remote job: Yes—Ad-hoc
• Travel Required: No
• Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
• Appointment type: Permanent - Federal
• Work schedule: Full-time - Permanent
• Job family (Series): 0704 Animal Health Technician
• Supervisory status: No
• Security clearance: Not Required

Eligibility

This job is open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

The Animal Health Technician provides veterinary technical support and performs veterinary tasks for the WHS Veterinary Department and its medical programs, including support in anesthesia, treatment, surgery, dentistry, radiology, preventative medicine, and record management.

Requirements

Conditions include passing a background investigation, completing a probationary period if applicable, maintaining a bank account for direct deposit, and registration with Selective Service if male and born after 12/31/59.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications include experience in livestock or veterinary support roles. For GS-09, one year of specialized experience supporting healthcare for non-domestic animals and clinical laboratory support is required, or a related graduate degree or a combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

This position is included in the bargaining unit. Recruitment incentives may be available. Applicants may be evaluated in multiple stages, including responses to online assessments and categories based on experience and competencies.

Benefits

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package, including leave, insurance, and retirement options. More info at Benefits.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a resume, proof of veteran's preference if applicable, transcripts, and foreign study proof if relevant. Apply online via the 'Apply Online' button, and ensure all documents are submitted by the closing date. Contact: Beatrice Dabney at 202-633-6336 or [e-mail] for inquiries.