Aquarium Veterinary Technician: Exotic & Aquatic Care
DeKalb Health
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Job summary
Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician for The Greater Cleveland Aquarium. You will support medical care and daily husbandry for aquatic species, working closely with a contracted Veterinarian and Animal Care leadership.
The role requires a AVMA-accredited degree and at least one year of veterinary experience. The position involves varied shifts, including weekends, and offers a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
Qualifications
- Licensed Veterinary Technician with AVMA-accredited program.
- Minimum of one year veterinary technical experience.
Responsibilities
- Support medical care and husbandry of all taxa in animal collection.
- Perform daily husbandry for quarantine, exhibit, and holding spaces.
- Consult with the contracted Veterinarian and assist with transport, office trips, and procedures.
- Administer prescribed treatments and maintain logs in accordance with regulations.
- Coordinate weekly medical rounds and communicate updates to Veterinarian and Animal Care leadership.
- Perform diagnostic testing and prepare samples and equipment.
- Maintain records and support biosecurity, PPE, and safety procedures.
Skills
Education
Job description
Jacobs Entertainment, Inc. is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician for The Greater Cleveland Aquarium. You will support medical care and daily husbandry for aquatic species, working closely with a contracted Veterinarian and Animal Care leadership.
The role requires a AVMA-accredited degree and at least one year of veterinary experience. The position involves varied shifts, including weekends, and offers a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
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