CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Elmwood Park Zoo; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmwood Park Zoo is seeking a Full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our Veterinary Services team. The role involves hands-on care, anesthesia monitoring, and daily medical support for a wide range of native and exotic species in a facility featuring state-of-the-art diagnostics.

The successful candidate will assist veterinarians, communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and collaborate with Veterinary, Animal Care, Education and Interactive staff to uphold high standards of

Qualifications

• Experience with exotic animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, husbandry and clinical diagnostic techniques.
• Familiarity with anesthesia monitoring for multiple species including mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally and work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• As essential personnel, be available as per business needs including weekends, holidays, evenings and in inclement weather.
• Assist management in safety, cleanliness and efficiency across the Zoo operations.
• Follow all policies, procedures and safety protocols for the department and the Zoo.
• Provide exceptional guest service by answering questions and assisting guests.

Job description

CERTIFIED Veterinary Technician - Full Time

Position: Full-time Certified Veterinary Technician Reports to: Director of Veterinary Services

Coordinates With: Veterinary, Animal Care, Education and Interactive Staff

Summary of Responsibilities: Elmwood Park Zoo (EPZ) is seeking a highly-motivated individual with in-depth knowledge
of veterinary medical technical care and experience working with a wide variety of zoo animal
species. The Veterinary Technician is responsible for performing tasks associated with the
husbandry and maintenance of native and exotic animals in an education and conservation-
oriented zoological park. The Veterinary Technician provides technical and medical assistance
to the veterinarian in the care and daily treatments of all animals maintained by EPZ. A
successful candidate will communicate effectively both in writing and orally, have a logical
approach to problem solving, a dedication to a high standard of animal care and a willingness to
advocate for the welfare of the animals in the collection. The candidate should have experience
with exotic animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, husbandry, safe animal restraint techniques
and clinical diagnostic techniques including radiology, hematology and other clinical diagnostic
testing. Candidate must be skilled at anesthesia monitoring for all species including mammals,
birds, reptiles and amphibians and should be familiar with a wide variety of anesthetic
monitoring equipment. The candidate should be comfortable working independently as well as
within a team.

Elmwood Park Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is home to
almost 300 animals. The Zoo currently occupies 16 acres within Norristown PA and recently
completed construction on the Frank and Paige Engro Veterinary Health Center, an 18,000
square foot veterinary and quarantine facility equipped with state of the art diagnostics including
computed tomography, flexible and rigid endoscopy, digital radiography and more.

• As essential personnel, animal department staff are expected to be available as per
  business needs which include weekends, holidays, evenings and in inclement weather
• Assist management in ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all areas of the
  operation of the Zoo
• Follow and adhere to all policies, procedures and safety protocols for the department
  and the Zoo
• Use proper radio etiquette and adhere to proper uniform attire at all times
• Assist the Zoo in fostering an appreciation of wildlife and their habitats that will inspire
  active participation in conservation
• Exercise professionalism at all times
• Provide exceptional service to guests by answering questions and assisting them when needed