Veterinary Technician - Seattle Aquarium

International Association for Aquatic Animal Medicine; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle Aquarium is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support the health and well-being of animals across a diverse range of taxa in an aquarium setting. This role partners with veterinarians, another veterinary technician, and animal care staff to assist with examinations, treatments, procedures, diagnostics, medication administration, and meticulous recordkeeping.

Success depends on strong technical skills, attention to detail, clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Strong veterinary technician skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Clear communication and good judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examinations, treatments, procedures, and diagnostics.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate medical records.
• Support animal care staff and veterinarians in daily care tasks.

Job description

The Seattle Aquarium, a leading marine conservation organization, is looking for a Veterinary Technician to support the health and well-being of animals across a diverse range of taxa in an aquarium setting.

This position plays an important role in furthering the Seattle Aquarium’s mission, “Inspiring Conservation of our Marine Environment,” by providing skilled veterinary technical support and helping maintain continuity of animal health care during staff leave. The Veterinary Technician will work closely with veterinarians, another veterinary technician, and animal care staff to assist with examinations, treatments, procedures, diagnostics, medication administration, recordkeeping, and other aspects of veterinary care.

Success in this role requires strong veterinary technician skills, excellent attention to detail, clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable adapting their skills to a wide variety of species and working in a dynamic aquarium environment where animal care needs can vary from day to day.

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