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Chicago Zoological Society

Location: BrookfieldIL 60513 Document ID: A8385-019I Posted on: 2015-02-0402/04/2015 Job Type: Temporary

Job Schedule:Part-time
2015-03-06
 

Veterinary Technician (Part time)

The Chicago Zoological Society (CZS) is
looking for a Part-time Veterinary Technician to join a strong Veterinary
Services team committed to providing high quality care to a world class animal
collection that is both large and diverse. Since the opening of
Brookfield Zoo in 1934, the Society has had an international reputation for
cutting-edge animal care and wildlife conservation that continues today.
The zoo supports a philosophy of proactive preventative medical care and the
highest level of care for ill animals. Veterinary Services is comprised
of an experienced team in a 20,000 square foot hospital facility featuring
advanced equipment including an in-hospital CT scanner. Department
operations are well funded and dedicated capital funds provide for annual
investment in new medical equipment. A comprehensive in-house laboratory
affords flexibility. Our experienced technicians provide excellent
support and allow for great efficiency as the Veterinary Services team provides
compassionate clinical care supporting the larger aims of the institution and
working collaboratively with Animal Programs staff.

As a Veterinary Technician, you will prepare for and assist veterinary staff in
performing clinical procedures. You will make use of your knowledge of
principles of anesthesia to maintain and monitor anesthesia, including the
operation of inhalation anesthesia equipment and patient monitoring
devices. Drawing upon your technical skills, you will conduct various
types of laboratory tests including, but not limited to, comprehensive
hematology and serum chemistry, cytology, and fecal analysis for
parasites. You will make arrangements to forward samples for analysis of
non-routine tests and research requests to outside referral laboratories.
You will also assist in the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment
including digital radiography, mammography, computed tomography, and ultrasound
under direction from veterinary staff; and, conduct diagnostic imaging,
including positioning of the patient, exposure, and development of
radiographs. Utilizing your basic pharmacology knowledge, you will
accurately dispense and record medical prescriptions; properly administer
medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians; maintain current
pharmacy inventory, treatment areas, laboratory, and equipment inventory; and,
assist with ordering drugs, medical supplies, laboratory supplies, and
inventory maintenance. You will make use of your detailed knowledge
of veterinary medical practices to create and maintain accurate medical record
documentation of clinical procedures, prescriptions, and diagnostic laboratory
work. Your knowledge of sterile techniques will be utilized as you
perform cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of the treatment room,
surgical suite, surgical instruments, and equipment. As a Vet Tech,
you will also perform troubleshooting, quality control procedures, and required
maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment as well as report equipment
and facility maintenance needs and perform minor maintenance tasks. You
will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate
regularly with the Hospital Manager and Associate Veterinarians regarding
management of active medical cases including, but not limited to, medical
procedures, nutrition, training, and behavioral enrichment. Under
necessary conditions, assist with sample preparation, clean animal enclosures,
pools, and service areas as required. You will also assist in creating an
extraordinary guest experience will you monitor guests to ensure animal and
human safety and protection of park property, communicate with and assist
guests and take initiative to facilitate guests' appreciation of animals and
enjoyment of their visit. You may also assist in training interns,
seasonal employees, and volunteers.

Position Requirements and Specifications
mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"">The requirements for the position
include graduation from an AVMA certified school of veterinary technology; licensure
in the state of Illinois within 90 days of hire, and experience with zoo/exotic
animals required and/or a minimum 2 years of experience as a certified
veterinary technician working in a small animal/exotics practice. Technical skills are required including
proficiency in restraint, sample collections techniques, patient monitoring,
intravenous catheter placement, cytology, parasitology, and blood analysis. Detailed
and current knowledge of veterinary medical practices, animal anatomy and
physiology, basic pharmacology and principles of anesthesia and ability to work
with live animals safely are required. Must
possess knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical equipment cleaning and
sterilization in addition to knowledge of infection control and quarantine
practices, must be able to deliver various medications through standard
practices, must be capable of dealing with emergencies calmly and efficiently,
must possess good decision-making skills and sound judgment, and must be proficient
in perceiving and acting upon relevant changes in animal behaviors and
conditions. Must be able to maintain
confidentiality with regard to animal matters, personnel, and other privileged
information; must be a team player and able to develop and maintain good
working relationships; and must have the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Strong communications
(reading, writing, and speaking) and interpersonal skills required, as is computer
proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience and/or ability to work and
interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience. Valid driver's
license required. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license
within 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state
residents.

mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"">This is a part-time position
including weekends and holidays.

mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"">The desirable/preferred qualifications
for the position include the ability to take initiative in identifying and
solving problems and recommend ideas and viable suggestions to improve operations,
knowledge in the management of captive populations including related AZA conservation
programs, and experience with PowerPoint and other MS Office software. Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus.

Additional Information
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer
     
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