Zoo Veterinary Technician: Animal Care & Diagnostics

Lincoln Park Zoo; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 88,166,000 - 89,957,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission for employee

On-site parking

Continuing education support

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a certified veterinary technician to join its veterinary department in Chicago. Under veterinarians' supervision, you will assist in anesthesia, diagnostic testing, medication administration, and recordkeeping to support animal health and welfare.

The role requires 2–3 years of zoo veterinary tech experience, AVMA-accredited training, and strong teamwork. Weekend shifts and on-site work are expected, with opportunities for professional growth and contributing to a

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• Two to three years of experience as a certified veterinary technician preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and on various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with medical care of zoo animals.
• Administer anesthesia under supervision and monitor during procedures.
• Perform diagnostic testing and recordkeeping for clinical activities.
• Prepare hospital areas and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate waste disposal and inventory of pharmaceuticals.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Phlebotomy

Medical record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Tools

Tracks EMR

Job description

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a certified veterinary technician to join its veterinary department in Chicago. Under veterinarians' supervision, you will assist in anesthesia, diagnostic testing, medication administration, and recordkeeping to support animal health and welfare.

The role requires 2–3 years of zoo veterinary tech experience, AVMA-accredited training, and strong teamwork. Weekend shifts and on-site work are expected, with opportunities for professional growth and contributing to a