Veterinary Technician
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Keithville, LA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Veterinary Technician role is onsite in Keithville, LA. Compensation is not specified. Chimp Haven is the National Chimpanzee Sanctuary, providing personalized care for chimpanzees retired from research, entertainment, or private ownership. The role provides medical care for chimpanzees under general supervision and supports veterinary procedures, treatment, observation, medication, and clinic operations. It contributes to the sanctuary’s mission of promoting chimpanzees’ physical and emotional well-being.
What you'll do
- Assist veterinarians with physical exams, treatments, procedures, and sample collection
- assist during necropsies
- document anesthesia maintenance during sedations
- observe chimpanzees for symptoms of disease
- dispense medication under veterinary direction
- maintain medication supplies and medical logs
- record observations and may maintain medical records
- recover chimpanzees
- maintain clinic cleanliness and stock supplies
- maintain medical and surgical equipment
- work with behavioral staff to train chimpanzees to cooperate with medical procedures
- assist behavioral or husbandry staff as required
- assist with training new employees.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- veterinary techniciankeithville lachimp havenchimpanzee careveterinary medicineanimal healthmedical proceduresmedicationveterinary clinicweekend workholiday worknight work may be required
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- 403(b) retirement, dental, health, and vision insurance, paid time off, parental leave, relocation bonus, wellness resources, safety training, equipment, clothing allowance, and supplies.
Why this role
High school diploma or equivalent and three years working as a veterinary technician required; veterinary technical degree preferred; weekend and holiday work included, and night work may be required.
About the employer
Chimp Haven is hiring for this role. Industry: Civic and Social Organizations. Sector: 81.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 81
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Occupation code
- 29-2056.00
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