Public Health Veterinary Technician (Quarantine)

State of Hawai'i; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Hawai'i's Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Animal Industry Division, is seeking a para-professional veterinary aide to support licensed veterinarians at the Animal Quarantine Station.

The role includes administering prescribed medications, observing health indicators, and performing veterinary laboratory procedures as assigned. Applicants must meet minimum education and experience requirements and be willing to work rotating shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent with knowledge of English grammar and arithmetic.
• Evidence of continuous part-time/unpaid work acceptable if continuous.
• Three years of responsible work assisting a licensed veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Assist a licensed veterinarian in care, handling, observation and medical examination of domestic animals.
• Administer drugs and medications per instructions and prescriptions.
• Observe animals and report health changes to the veterinarian.
• Provide care for animals in the absence of the veterinarian and perform related duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading comprehension

English grammar

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Job description

The State of Hawai'i's Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Animal Industry Division, is seeking a para-professional veterinary aide to support licensed veterinarians at the Animal Quarantine Station.

The role includes administering prescribed medications, observing health indicators, and performing veterinary laboratory procedures as assigned. Applicants must meet minimum education and experience requirements and be willing to work rotating shifts including evenings and weekends.