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Veterinary Technician
Lion Country Safari, Loxahatchee, Florida
The Wildlife Hospital at Lion Country Safari is
seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Veterinary Technician. Located
in Loxahatchee, Florida, just west of West Palm Beach, Lion Country Safari is a
diverse zoological park, which is home to over 800 animals. The park boasts a
320-acre preserve in which numerous species, including chimpanzees, exotic
hoofstock, lions, and rhinos, roam freely in spacious habitats. Additionally, a
variety of avian species, small ruminants, and reptiles are displayed and
provide close-up, interactive experiences for visitors. General Job Description
Under Veterinary supervision the Veterinary Technician?s duties include, but are
not limited to, the following: · Providing assistance to the veterinarian in all
forms of routine health procedures, field immobilizations, administration of
medicine and anesthetics, husbandry, surgery, necropsy, etc. · Performance of
in-house laboratory procedures · Preparation of samples to be sent to other
laboratories as needed · Maintenance of accurate records, ordering hospital
supplies, and inventory · Caring for and observing animals housed in the
Wildlife Hospital as needed, maintaining hospital areas in a clean and orderly
condition. Minimum Qualifications · Graduate of an American Veterinary Medical
Association Accredited Veterinary Technology Program or two years experience as
a veterinary technician in a veterinary hospital, zoo or similar facility ·
Zoological/exotic animal experience preferred · Valid driver?s license Special
Qualifications · Willingness to work overtime and be available for emergency
work · Must be able to work weekends and holidays · Willingness to work
outdoors, be able to physically lift heavy objects (up to 40 lbs) · Understands
the physical and health related risks inherent to working with wildlife and zoo
animals · Able to work as a member of a team as well as individually with
minimal supervision Please send cover letter, resume, list of three people to
contact for reference, and contact information to: Elizabeth Hammond, DVM Lion
Country Safari 2003 Lion Country Safari Rd Loxahatchee, FL 33470 561-793-1084 x
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