Veterinary Technician - Temp presso Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Position: Veterinary Technician (temporary; full-time)

Compensation Starting at: $20

Duration: Approximately 5-6 months

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Hospital Manager, the Veterinary Technician is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of Loveland Living Planet Aquarium’s Veterinary Services Department. This position works closely with Veterinary and Husbandry team members to facilitate routine and emergency medical care for the Aquarium’s diverse living collection. This position performs essential job functions in accordance with the standards of accrediting and regulatory bodies, including the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and the US Fish and Wildlife Service.

This position is a temporary, full-time role expected to last 5-6 months.

Loveland Living Planet is a non-profit, AZA-accredited public aquarium located near Salt Lake City, Utah. In addition to being the largest science-based education outreach program in the state of Utah, we are home to a diverse collection of mammals, birds, reptiles and fish, ranging from critically endangered native fish to Asiatic clouded leopards. The institution is growing rapidly, as is our full-time veterinary services program, with the goal of providing best-in-class medicine for the animals in our care using advanced equipment including: digital radiography, rigid and flexible endoscopy, dental prophylaxis, ultrasound, in-house bacteriology, and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This position supports the daily function and operation of the Aquarium’s Veterinary Services Department, including but not limited to:

• Assisting veterinarian in performing diagnostics and providing medical treatment for the collection
• Ensuring veterinary clinic areas and equipment are clean and well-maintained
• Maintaining drug and hospital supply inventories and filling prescriptions
• Assisting veterinarian with all medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures
• Facilitating medical record-keeping and appointment scheduling
•  This job may entail on-call responsibilities and other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technical program (CVT/LVT) preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a full-time veterinary technician
• Experience working with zoo animals, aquatics, wildlife, or exotic pets preferred
• Familiarity with electronic record-keeping
• Familiarity with use of medical equipment such as radiology, endoscopy, microscopy, and surgical tools
• Thorough understanding of general disease processes, diagnostics, and prevention programs
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Possess excellent communication skills and multi-tasking abilities

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Utah driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• CPR/First Aid certification to be obtained upon employment
• Must possess or be willing to obtain current, negative drug and TB test results

Physical Demands:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following have been identified as physical requirements of the job.

• This position requires periods of standing and walking as well as extended periods of sitting with technology systems and reporting. The role will primarily be within an attraction environment.
• Must be available to work hours or take calls to support your team outside of scheduled business hours for emergency and non-emergency situations. On call 24 hours a day
• Must be able to provide veterinary care and assessments in a variety of exhibit and non-exhibit settings. This may include wading, swimming, or diving, walking on wet floors, and outdoor work under variety of conditions: cold weather, hot weather, rain, mud, ocean environments, and dry land
• Considerable physical exertion, such as walking, bending, stooping and climbing of ladders
• Lifting of heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) on a frequent basis

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status.   The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process.  Should you require accommodations, please contact [email protected].