Veterinary Technician for FMASSC

Audubon Nature Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join their team at a renowned species survival center. In this full-time role, you will assist veterinarians with a variety of health procedures, manage medical supplies, and ensure the well-being of diverse animal species. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to wildlife conservation while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment. If you have a passion for animal care and a commitment to making a positive impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program.
• One year of zoological/exotic animal medical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in routine health procedures and surgeries.
• Maintain hospital facilities and medical inventory.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Animal Husbandry

Anesthesia Monitoring

Laboratory Procedures

Medical Data Management

Education

Veterinary Technology Program

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Radiology Equipment

Chemistry Analyzers

Surgical Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Position Title: Veterinary Technician for FMASSC

Department: Husbandry

Reports To: Hospital Manager

Location: Freeport McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center

Position Type: Full Time

Who We Are

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You’ll Do

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in all forms of routine health procedures, laboratory procedures, radiology, surgery, anesthesia monitoring, administration of medicines, and Hospital equipment and supplies maintenance and sterilization. Responsible for all laboratory procedures performed in-house and preparation of samples to be sent to other laboratories as needed. Manage animal-related emergencies and treatments independently and follow the veterinarian’s verbal instructions until the veterinarian can assume direct supervision of the case. Provide periodic husbandry to Hospital patients and quarantine animals.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinarians in all forms of routine animal health procedures, primarily on Hoofstock and cranes, including physical or chemical restraint, phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia, anesthetic monitoring, radiology and other imaging, other sample collection, remote or restrained vaccination or medication administration, surgery, prescription management, or other procedures or duties as assigned appropriate to maintain optimal health in all accessioned animals at the Species Survival Center and throughout Audubon Nature Institute in accordance with federal and state regulations and the accreditation standards of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums.
• Assist in maintaining Hospital/clinic facilities in a constant state of readiness:
• Maintain an adequate and appropriate medical inventory of supplies, sterile instruments, and medications in coordination with the Hospital Manager. Efficiently procure necessary supplies and equipment.
• Maintain all equipment to ensure functionality, cleanliness, and compliance with regulations. Efficiently repair or replace defective equipment.
• Ensure consistent facility cleanliness and hygiene. Efficiently process equipment/supplies for sterilization.
• Perform common veterinary clinical pathology procedures in house to provide results to the veterinarians. Efficiently and properly manage diagnostic samples for shipping to other laboratories or to examine in-house, which includes but is not limited to parasite exams, cytology, urinalysis, and avian, reptilian (Zoo) and mammalian hematology.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of health, welfare, and behavior status of animals under care. Maintain accurate records for medical care, laboratory results, serum and tissue banks, and controlled substance logs. Assist in other record-keeping duties as required.
• Pursue formal remote capture training and practice as assigned by Hospital Manager. Demonstrate skills in humane observation, capture, restraint, and transport of animals.
• Know animal care procedures established by the facilities and follow all biosecurity protocols properly. Assist other animal areas with setting up and following appropriate biosecurity.
• Perform all duties of a Hospital Keeper as needed periodically. Observe general animal health, welfare, and behavior daily and report any abnormal situations to a supervisor.
• Work overtime, travel to multiple facilities, and efficiently respond to institute animal emergencies as needed. Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Understand the physical and health risks inherent to working with wildlife and managed zoo animals. Act with discretion and good judgment.
• Participate in the supervision and training of any students, interns, residents, or other visiting trainees. Provide engaging and informative tours for school or other groups, VIPs, or the public.
  
  

Additional/Overall Skills

• Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.
• Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.
• Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon’s mission.
• Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.
• The above listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Must Haves

• Graduate of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program and having passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) as a credentialed Veterinary Technician
• Louisiana licensure as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) (within 1 yr of hire)
• One (1) year of zoological/exotic animal medical experience
• Maintain current Tetanus, hepatitis A/B, and influenza vaccines and periodic TB test (q3 yr)
• Current Rabies vaccine or titer (can obtain after hire)
• COVID-19 vaccine series is required to work in Audubon Nature Institute’s animal hospitals
• Must maintain valid La. Driver’s license
• Humane treatment and affinity for animals
• Ability to use a computer to obtain and retain information and generate reports.
• Proficiency in medical data management, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
• Effectively reconcile financial and medical reports accurately and on time.
• Must have proficiency with radiology, patient anesthesia and monitoring machines, microscopes, chemistry analyzers, surgical tools and equipment, mobile devices, computer, fax, scanner, phone, and copy machine.
• Productively work as a member of a team as well as individually with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to serve on the facility’s Hurricane Team if necessary
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Animal husbandry experience
• Bachelor of Science
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Risk periodic exposure to hazards associated with wild animals and zoonotic diseases.
• Working long hours between breaks or meals.
• Ability to work under and handle stress in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in all environmental conditions.
• Prolonged standing, walking, and climbing stairs or ladders.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
• Manual dexterity to operate machinery or handle tools.
• Frequent use of vision and hearing to assess surroundings and job tasks.
  
  

Environmental Conditions

• Will include indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Potential exposure to environmental hazards such as dust, chemicals, or loud noise.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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