Avian Veterinary Technician — Wildlife Rehab & Surgery (Flexible Hours)

Kate on Conservation; Utah; On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Raptor Center in Utah is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to support diagnostic procedures, assist with anesthesia during procedures, and provide patient-care duties at the hospital. Scheduling includes weekends and extended hours as needed.

Typical pay ranges from $23.32 to $25.74 per hour, with an average of about 40 hours per week across five shifts. Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, emergency-room-type environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Animal Health Technician Program or equivalent training.
• Strong written and verbal communication, observation, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, provide excellent customer service, speak to audiences, take initiative, and adapt to a busy, changing environment.
• Basic competency with Microsoft and Google office tools.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and work flexible shifts, including across seasons, weekends, evenings, holidays, and short-notice shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures, including CBCs and fecal evaluations; coordinate external lab submissions.
• Set up for surgery and anesthesia; pre-medicate and induce anesthesia; monitor and record anesthesia; assist with sterile procedures and post-operative recovery.
• Provide care and handling of wild avian patients, including restraint, bloodwork, radiographs, medications, and medical records.
• Assist with volunteer training, clinic engagement, and outreach activities as opportunities arise.
• Maintain clinic operations, instrument cleaning, restocking, inventory, and adherence to protocols.

Skills

Laboratory tests

Anesthesia assistance

Patient care

Independent work

Education

Animal Health Technician Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The Raptor Center in Utah is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to support diagnostic procedures, assist with anesthesia during procedures, and provide patient-care duties at the hospital. Scheduling includes weekends and extended hours as needed.

Typical pay ranges from $23.32 to $25.74 per hour, with an average of about 40 hours per week across five shifts. Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, emergency-room-type environment are essential.