Veterinary Technician

2 days ago


Norfolk, Virginia, United States City of Norfolk, VA Full time
Job Title: Veterinary Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team at the Virginia Zoological Park in Norfolk, VA.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will assist in veterinary medical procedures, oversee animal hospital facilities, and provide care and daily husbandry for animals in hospital and quarantine facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in veterinary medical procedures, including surgery and treatment of animals
  • Conduct blood, urine, and fecal laboratory sample analysis, radiography, and radiograph developing
  • Prepare and maintain medical records, animal daily reports, inventories, and stores of medications, medical supplies, and laboratory and clinical equipment
  • Care for animals by preparing individual diets, feeding, grooming, administering medications, and observing behavior
  • Clean clinic and laboratory facilities, monitor and maintain appropriate environmental conditions for animals
Requirements:
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology from a program approved by the American Veterinary Medical Association
  • One year of experience in the care and maintenance of exotic animals
  • Must be a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) in the state of Virginia or have the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years postgraduate clinical experience as a veterinary technician
  • General knowledge of technical skills, restraint techniques, anatomy, physiology, and diseases of a wide variety of species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians
  • Knowledge of laboratory diagnostic techniques for evaluation of samples, including hematology, biochemistry, fecal examination, and cytology
Benefits:

The City of Norfolk offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus, paid in two increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment and $2,500 upon completion of the probationary period.

Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, employer-paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse, and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union, and employer-provided parking.


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