Veterinary Technician

1 day ago


Boston, United States Zoo New England Full time

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provide nursing care and husbandry of all hospitalized and quarantine animals. Prepare for medical and surgical procedures, responsible for set-up and break-down of equipment necessary for those procedures. Participate in medical and surgical care of all animals at Zoo New England, Trailside Museum, and in our Conservation Department. Performance of in-house laboratory procedures, including manual complete blood counts, fecal examination, urinalysis, cytology, serum biochemistries, etc. Daily data entry, record keeping, and filing are required. In the absence of a veterinarian, perform triage and direct emergency care of animals. Other responsibilities as required.

Minimum Job Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of full time experience as a clinical veterinary technician.
  • Must be certified or eligible for certification as a veterinary technician in Massachusetts and nationally.
  • Must be willing to work in direct contact with dangerous animals, contagious diseases, and in hazardous conditions.
  • Must receive rabies immunizations/titers, annual TB testing, and have an understanding of zoonotic disease risks.
  • Able to work weekends, holidays, overtime, as well as outside and in inclement weather when needed.
  • Must be able to obtain class A Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms, class III driver's license, and pass CORI screens.
  • Must be willing to learn new techniques on the job and to work within a diverse team.
  • Clear written communication skills are essential.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Preferred Job Requirements
  • Five years or more of progressive clinical experience.
  • Previous experience working with zoological species.
  • Knowledge of and experience with laboratory procedures, especially manual blood counts, including those on avians and reptiles.
  • Strong foundation and knowledge of anesthetic techniques and patient monitoring.
  • Knowledge of protocols and procedures for preventative health maintenance of captive animal collection.
  • Knowledge of handling and use of relevant pharmaceutical agents and their administration.
  • Knowledge of criteria used to judge relative health status of animals.
  • Knowledge of dietary and husbandry requirements and physical restraint of exotic and wild animals.


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