We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our animals (non-human primates), ensuring their health and well-being. This role requires a CVT certification and a strong background in veterinary care, with additional consideration given to candidates with LATG or ALAT certifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Animal Care: Identify illness or injury in animals, handle them safely, and complete thorough assessments and examinations.
- Treatment Administration: Present examination findings to the veterinarian and follow prescribed instructions to administer medications (injections, oral, IV). Monitor animals post-treatment.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all primates in both hard copy and electronic formats Daily Assessments: Conduct daily reviews and assessments of animal cases, presenting findings to the veterinarians
- Daily Assessments: Manage the inventory of medications and supplies, ensuring no expired items are in stock.
- Procedures: Assist with or perform x-rays, ultrasounds, and minor surgeries as needed.
- Sanitation Oversight: Oversee the sanitation of the clinic, ensuring cleanliness, and participating in inspections and audits.
Key Qualifications:
- Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) from a recognized veterinary training program with (or eligible for) Florida licensure.
- New graduates are welcome; however, candidates without CVT must have significant experience with laboratory animals; experience with non-human primates, is desirable.
- Ability to draw blood, give injections, and treat animals.
- CVT (BS degree) or AALAS LATg
Plusses:
- AALAS LATG certification is also acceptable.
- Experience in other animal industries, such as animal control, farming, private veterinary clinics, is also acceptable.
- Active involvement in 4-H, FFA (Future Farmers of America) or other animal organizations is desirable.
