Veterinary Technician

State of North Carolina; Georgia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians and the Vet Tech Supervisor in medical care and husbandry of exotic animals across mammals, birds, reptiles, and more. The role includes hospital and field support, and lab diagnostics.

Responsibilities include daily animal care, anesthesia and diagnostic procedures, and coordination of students and staff under the supervision of the zoo veterinarian.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a licensed veterinary technician.
• One year experience in a zoological setting.
• NC RVT registration or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Possess and maintain a strong working knowledge of medical procedures for exotic animals.
• Assist in all aspects of animal medical care including anesthesia, surgery, and exams.
• Perform analysis of laboratory samples (blood, serum, urine, etc.).
• Provide daily care to ill or quarantined animals at the veterinary hospital.
• Coordinate activities of veterinary students and temporary staff as directed by the zoo veterinarian.

Skills

Licensed Vet Tech

Zoological experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Veterinary Technology

Job description

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Zoological Park

Job Classification Title

Veterinary Technician (S)

Position Number

60033413

Grade

MH05

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Zoo is growing, and it is an exciting time to join our team! The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Veterinary Technician. The Veterinary Technician assists the veterinarians and Vet Tech Supervisor/Hospital Manager, according to the guidelines set by the zoo veterinarian, for the medical care and husbandry of assigned exotic animals which may include all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and fish housed at the zoo. This position is responsible for providing full clinical support to the veterinarians in both a hospital and field setting as well as operating the diagnostic laboratory. This position also provides daily husbandry care to ill, injured, or quarantined animals temporarily housed at the veterinary medical center. At times, students and faculty from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine (NCSU-CVM) will visit the zoo, and in the absence of the veterinarian and the Veterinary Technician Supervisor/Hospital Manager, the veterinary technician will be responsible for them. The veterinary technician assists with the coordination of the activities of veterinary students, veterinary technician students, temporary help, and other individuals as directed by the zoo veterinarian and the Veterinary Technician Supervisor/Hospital Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Possess and maintain a strong working knowledge of current medical procedures and best practices to facilitate care of the zoo’s amphibian, reptile, bird, fish, mammal, and invertebrate collection.
• Prepare for and assist in all aspects of animal medical care including clinic and field anesthesia, surgery, general exams, diagnostic procedures, medication administration and dispensing, etc.
• Perform accurate and timely analysis of laboratory samples including but not limited to whole blood, serum, plasma, urine, feces, secretions and exudates.
• Possess knowledge of animal care and husbandry techniques related to all animal species in residence at the NC Zoo, and utilize outside or internal resources to determine appropriate housing, feeding, etc. care of each new arrival.
• Provide daily care to sick or quarantined animals being housed at the veterinary hospital.
• Ability to manage emergency situations efficiently and effectively by determining priorities in a highly active and stressful environment.
• Able to effectively communicate vital animal information to veterinarians, technicians, keepers, curators, etc.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $36,159 - $44,500

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed onthe vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are notrequired. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Two years experience as a licensed veterinary technician
• One year experience in a zoological setting

Position/Physical Requirements

• Job offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assigned provider.
• Work Schedule: 8am - 5pm, rotating 7 day schedule
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology from an appropriately accredited institution.
• NC Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or ability to obtain NC Registration within 12 months of hire.
• Licensure with the North