Veterinary Technician

3 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Lincoln Park Zoological Society Full time

Job Summary:

Lincoln Park Zoological Society is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team. As a Veterinary Technician, you will provide technical assistance to our veterinary department, assisting in the medical care of our animal collection.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist veterinarians in the medical care of the animal collection, including all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates.
  • Administer anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian, monitor animals under general anesthesia, and assist in surgery.
  • Supervise and perform cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, equipment, and hospital and operating areas.
  • Operate the diagnostic laboratory, including hematology, biochemistry analysis, cytology, and parasitology.
  • Prepare biological specimens for shipment.
  • Organize and maintain pharmacy, including rotating inventory, removing expired products, and ordering pharmaceuticals and supplies.
  • Dispense and administer medications and vaccinations as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Assist with post-mortem examinations through necropsies, cleaning, waste removal, or sample handling.
  • Maintain accurate records, including computer entry for Tracks or similar programs.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary technology.
  • Preference will be given to those individuals with at least one year of experience as a veterinary technician, preferably with exotic or zoo animals.
  • Certified as a veterinary technician in the State of Illinois or similarly certified in another state and must obtain Illinois license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.

Working Conditions:

The employee will be regularly exposed to water, chemicals, and potentially loud noises. Physical strength, including ability to regularly move 30 lb objects and occasionally move 50 lb objects. Ability to work in small, confined spaces. Ability to work in all weather conditions – including potentially adverse conditions. Ability to wear requisite Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that may include rubber/latex gloves, masks, eye goggles, and airway protection.

Additional Requirements:

  • Available to work any of seven days of the week or special needs or events that may occur outside of regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, as required.
  • Non-infectious tuberculosis status via intradermal skin test, thoracic radiographs, or treatment regimen.
  • Current Rabies vaccinations as required by the department.

Salary: $30.16/hr.

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