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Chicago Zoological Society

Location: BrookfieldIL 60513 Document ID: A8323-33KE Posted on: 2014-09-1609/16/2014 Job Type: Temporary

Job Schedule:Part-time
2014-10-16
 

Temporary Veterinary Technician Hiring List - Veterinary Services

Temporary Veterinary Technician Hiring List - Veterinary Services

The Chicago Zoological Society, which operates the Brookfield Zoo, is currently soliciting on-line applications from qualified and experienced animal care professionals for placement on a hiring list for temporary positions. The list will be used to select qualified candidates for temporary full-time veterinary technician positions which arise due to employee absences, leaves, and position vacancies. These temporary assignments may range from several days or weeks to several months, or more, depending on the particular assignment. Placement on the temporary veterinary technician hiring list does not guarantee employment.

Qualified individuals selected for consideration will be placed on the list for a period of up to six (6) months and may be contact ed for temporary positions as they become available during that time. Individuals wishing to be considered for a longer period of time must reapply to be considered.

Placement on the list will be based on the Society's assessment of each candidate's skills, experience, ability, training, availability and other job-related criteria. Consideration for individual temporary openings will be based on the candidate's suitability for the specific opening involved. The current pay rate for the temporary veterinary technician position is $15.79/hour. Fringe benefits include only 401k plan. Temporary full-time veterinary technicians receive valuable hands-on experience, and they may apply and be considered for openings for regular, full-time positions as they become available.

Position Requirements and Specifications
Temporary veterinary technicians generally must be available to begin within 14 calendar days or less of receiving notice and must be able to work rotating schedules, which includes weekends and holidays. Graduation from an AVMA accredited school of veterinary technology is required with Illinois Veterinary Technician Certification in the state of Illinois required with in 90 days of hire. Prior experience working with zoo/exotic animals required and/or a minimum of 2 years experience as a certified veterinary technician working in a small animal/exotic practice. Technical skills such as proficient restraint and sample collection techniques, with domestic animals required. A practical understanding of the principles of animal behavior, veterinary medical practices, pharmacology, and principles of anesthesia; good interpersonal, communication and decision making skills, and a valid driver's license are also required.

All candidates selected for the Temporary Veterinary Technician Hiring List must undergo a complete background and professional reference check, and those who are hired will be required to pass a post-offer physical exam.

Additional Information
In order to be considered, submit your on-line application for this opportunity and each animal area of interest no later than September 15, 2014 . Please visit the CZS Career Center www.czs.org/careers to obtain more details about the Temporary Veterinary Technician Hiring List opportunity and to apply by submitting your profile.

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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