Lead Veterinary Tech for Chimpanzees

Chimp Haven; Keithville (LA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pet Wellness Program

403(b) retirement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Relocation bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Résumé du poste

Chimp Haven seeks a Veterinary Technician to provide medical care for chimpanzees under the Attending Veterinarian’s supervision and to supervise veterinary technical staff. The role emphasizes high standards of animal care and collaboration across teams.

Qualified candidates have a Veterinary Technology degree or equivalent experience, with strong leadership and hands-on clinical skills, including procedures, exams, and anesthesia support.

Qualifications

• Education: A degree in Veterinary Technology is preferred.
• An associate degree in a related field, or equivalent education combined with eight years of veterinary technician experience, may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Responsabilités

• Assist veterinarian with physical exams, treatments and procedures.
• Perform routine veterinary procedures under direction of Veterinarian.
• Observe chimpanzees for signs of disease or illness.
• Dispense medications under veterinarian guidance.
• Assist during surgeries and necropsies; operate equipment and prepare tissue samples.
• Maintain cleanliness of vet clinics and stock supplies.
• Record observations; maintain chimpanzee medical records.

Connaissances

Staff supervision

Clinical care

Veterinary procedures

Observation & diagnostics

Communication skills

Formation

Veterinary Technology degree preferred

Associate degree or equivalent with 8 years experience

Description du poste

Chimp Haven seeks a Veterinary Technician to provide medical care for chimpanzees under the Attending Veterinarian’s supervision and to supervise veterinary technical staff. The role emphasizes high standards of animal care and collaboration across teams.

Qualified candidates have a Veterinary Technology degree or equivalent experience, with strong leadership and hands-on clinical skills, including procedures, exams, and anesthesia support.