Veterinary Technician - Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

International Association for Aquatic Animal Medicine; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Aquarium is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician to join its Veterinary Science & Research team. You will assist in medical care and support a comprehensive preventative health program for the Aquarium's resident species.

Work with fish, elasmobranchs, reptiles, birds, and both terrestrial and marine mammals in a dynamic public exhibit setting, emphasizing animal welfare and teamwork within the veterinary unit.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience caring for a wide range of species.
• Experience with fish, elasmobranchs, reptiles, birds, and both marine and terrestrial mammals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Veterinary Science & Research team in providing medical care to resident animals.
• Support a comprehensive preventative health care program.
• Ensure high standards of animal welfare and husbandry in a public aquarium setting.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Animal care

Job description

The Virginia Aquarium is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician with experience working with a diverse range of animals—including fish, elasmobranchs, reptiles, birds, and both terrestrial and marine mammals—to join it's Veterinary Science & Research team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the team in providing medical care, including a comprehensive preventative health care program, to the Aquariums resident animals.

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