Part Time Vet Tech Needed

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Veterinary Technician (Part-time, with Benefits) Sat/Sun, 10hr days
(I heard tell they'd hire someone for Sun/Mon if that worked better)


Responsibilities: Provides husbandry and nutritional care of all hospitalized and quarantine animals, under the direct supervision of the veterinary services coordinator, participates in medical and surgical care of all animals at ZNE and Trailside Museum and/or outside agencies. In the absence of a veterinarian, performs triage and direct emergency care of animals.

Requirements: Must be eligible for certification as a veterinary technician in Massachusetts and nationally, preferably at least two years experience but new graduates are encouraged to apply. Requires working in direct contact with dangerous/contagious animals as well as in toxic and hazardous conditions. Must receive rabies immunizations/titers 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 firearms ID, class III driver’s license, and pass CORI screens and random drug testing. Able to lift 50 lbs.

Preferable Requirements: Knowledge of dietary and husbandry requirements of exotic and wild animals. 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.

Deadline for submitting job applications/resumes is April 15, 2008
Location: Franklin Park Zoo, Boston
Salary: Please submit your salary requirements


To apply, please submit your resume & cover letter:

Via email, as MS Word attachment, to jobs@zoonewengland.com, yet please ensure to state the title of the position in the subject line.

By mail to Office of Human Resources, Zoo New England, One Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA 02121.
No Phone Calls Please
Zoo New England is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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