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Veterinary Technician
Hiring Organization:
Chimp Haven, Inc.
Date Posted:
2009-10-12
Position Description:
Chimp Haven is the National Chimpanzee Sanctuary located approximately 22 miles sw of Shreveport, LA in the northwest corner of the state. Our mission is to provide a home for chimpanzees no longer needed or wanted in the biomedical field, as actors or as pets. It is home to 127 chimpanzees currently. We are looking for an exceptional vet technician who is interested in gaining experience with chimpanzees or applying already existing experience. The following is a job description for this position.
Assist veterinarian with physical exams, treatments and procedures, including the collection of samples for testing.
Set up for routine procedures as well as for emergency surgeries.
Assist during surgical procedures.
Observe chimpanzees for detection of symptoms associated with disease.
Dispense medications to chimpanzees under direction of veterinarian.
Order, stock and maintain accurate inventory of veterinary supplies and medications.
Record observations, medications given, and assist in maintaining chimpanzee medical records.
Maintain medical equipment, including calibrations and ordering replacement parts.
Sedate and recover chimpanzees.
Coordinate laboratory tests, arrange for pick up and delivery and follow through on results.
Work with behavioral staff to train chimpanzees to cooperate during medical procedures.
Assist behavioral or husbandry staff as required, including participation in colony management decisions.
Available to work some weekends and to be called in during emergencies.
Clean and sterilize equipment in a timely manner.
Maintain cleanliness and sterility of veterinary clinics.
Set up and assist with necropsies.
Flexibility and a positive attitude a must.
Experience with Excel beneficial.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications/Experience:
Education and Experience Required-
Associates degree or Veterinary Technical degree required
Four years veterinary technician experience required.
One year experience working with nonhuman primates required.
Education and Experience Preferred-
Six years veterinary technician experience preferred. A bachelor’s degree in related area and four years experience as a veterinary technician can be substituted for the above education/experience requirement.
One year experience working with chimpanzees preferred. Skilled in voluntary injections and darting. Experience with general anesthesia and sedations.
Salary/funding:
Please forward cover letter and salary requirements with resume/cv.
Term of Appointment:
no set term of employment
Comments:
We are looking for a hardworking person who is interested in working in a team oriented organization.
Contact
Information:
Sharon Roy
13600 Chimpanzee Place
Keithville, Louisiana 71047
USA
Telephone Number:
318-925-9575
Fax Number:
318-925-5600
Website:
http://www.chimphaven.org
E-mail Address:
sroy@chimphaven.org
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