Veterinary Technician (Part-time, Temporary)

Oakland Zoo • Oakland, CA

8d • $29 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The part-time veterinary technician will hold an essential role in the Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital – a 17,000 sq ft, state-of-the art facility set in the beautiful Oakland Hills. The Oakland Zoo is a leader in animal care and welfare with numerous conservation partners with whom the veterinary technician may be actively involved. This person will work collaboratively with our veterinary team - comprising 3 veterinarians, 4 veterinary technicians, and 3 hospital keepers.

Requirements

• Degree in Veterinary Technology or equivalent required from an AVMA approved, accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician with the state of California and subsequently maintain RVT status throughout employment 
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary technical experience.​​​ ​​​
• Knowledge of the habits and hazards of working with non-domestic animals; willingness to work with some physical risk while observing proper safety precautions
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record (ability to obtain authorization from the Zoo’s Insurance Carrier).
• Medical requirements: Negative TB test within the last year Tetanus vaccine within the last 10 years Rabies vaccine or proof of a protective rabies titer within the last 2 years
• Must be able to work 2-3 days per week and have availability for weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical veterinary experience in a zoological setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient medical records and various logs including radiology, contraception, and controlled substance logs in accordance with regulations.
• Conduct laboratory diagnostics including fecal analysis, hematology, serum chemistry analysis, cytology, urinalysis, and water testing; procure, package, and ship laboratory samples.
• Assist veterinarians and full-time veterinary technicians in providing care, including anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, surgical assistance, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, medical treatments, laboratory tasks and emergency care.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining medical supply inventory.
• Perform clinical tasks including but not limited to endotracheal intubation; anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery; IV catheter placement; medical calculations; fluid therapy; hand injections; and obtain diagnostic images using a variety of modalities including digital and dental radiographs and computed tomography (CT) scans on a wide variety of zoological and domestic species.
• Perform and assist with chemical and manual restraint of a variety of species including remote delivery systems.
• Assist with training new volunteer technicians, veterinary students, externs, interns, and shadows.
• Clean, organize, and assist with maintaining the veterinary hospital and its equipment.
• Administer, fill, and dispense prescriptions as directed by the veterinarian.
• Assist with euthanasia and necropsy procedures as well as disposal of samples and hazardous waste.
• Create and uphold hospital procedures and policies.
• Participate in conservation efforts that are supported by the Oakland Zoo and provide medical care for animals that are part of these conservation programs which may include off-site field work.
• Participate in emergency preparedness programs and assist in preparing operating procedures for disaster response.
• ​​Participate in and support Oakland Zoo Marketing Department requests as well as hospital tours for visitors.​
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Oakland Zoo offers part-time employees a valuable benefits package, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Sick Time, optional 403b Retirement Plan, and a Zoo Membership.
• They also have access to various perks, discounts, and programs to enhance their overall experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree