Prepare for and execute clinical procedures, including setting up necessary supplies and equipment, collection of diagnostic samples, patient anesthetic monitoring, administration of treatments, and break down and clean up following the procedure.
- Administer treatments and medications to hospitalized and outpatient animals under veterinary care.
- Perform laboratory diagnostic evaluation as well as prepare and ship biomedical samples to off-site laboratories or research investigators.
- These duties include processing samples for hematology, biochemistry, fecal examination, microbiology, cytology, and sample storage for banking and research purposes.
- Organize hospital and laboratory workflow to maximize operational efficiency, including investigating new medical equipment and laboratory protocols.
- Fill and dispense prescription medications and organize and maintain pharmacy supplies and inventory.
- Assist zoo veterinarians with triage of medical cases presented for evaluation.
- Work with zoo keeper staff throughout the zoo on behavioral training of animals for medical procedures.
- Assist in performing euthanasia and necropsy examination of animals under the direction of the zoo veterinarians.
- Perform data entry and maintaining complete and current applicable medical records using ZIMS record-keeping system.
- Work with hospital keeper staff to meet animal husbandry needs for hospitalized patients.
- Instruct and coordinate a variety of veterinary students, interns, and volunteers working in the zoo hospital.
- Ensure proper biosecurity and sanitation protocols and maintain clean and organized hospital facilities.
- Ensure hospital standard operating procedures comply with animal care standards set forth by USDA, AZA, and Zoo Miami.
- Performs related work as required.
Experience Required
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of 60 semester credits to include 15 semester credits in Veterinary Medicine.
- One year of experience in a zoological park, veterinary office or related experience is required.
- Additional work experience may substitute for the required education on a year-to-year basis.
- Must obtain the Veterinary Technician license or certification during the probationary period.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
