Lead Veterinary Technician - Zoo Medical Care

Naples Zoo, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education

Job summary

Naples Zoo, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician to coordinate medical procedures with the Zoo’s veterinarian and manage the hospital. The role involves leading technician staff and ensuring high standards of animal care across daily operations.

The position requires experience in veterinary care within a zoological setting, ability to work with anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory tasks, and a commitment to teamwork and safety. Weekend shifts and on-call coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in zoological veterinary care preferred.
• Florida CVT or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical procedures with the zoo veterinarian and manage the hospital.
• Lead a small team of technicians and interns to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Prepare treatment spaces and monitor patients under anesthesia.
• Process diagnostic samples and perform in-house analyses.
• Maintain hospital, quarantine, and supply inventory; keep records in ZIMS.

Skills

Animal handling and restraint

Medical record keeping

Laboratory procedures

Diagnostic imaging

Team leadership

Communication

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program

Job description

Naples Zoo, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician to coordinate medical procedures with the Zoo’s veterinarian and manage the hospital. The role involves leading technician staff and ensuring high standards of animal care across daily operations.

The position requires experience in veterinary care within a zoological setting, ability to work with anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory tasks, and a commitment to teamwork and safety. Weekend shifts and on-call coverage may be required.