Veterinary Technician

Scope of Responsibility :

This position will work closely with and report directly to the Staff Veterinarian for the purpose of providing veterinary care to all animals at the Everett Farm facility and leadership in the areas of veterinary care and animal husbandry.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Position Requirements :

Note : Qualifications are based upon education, resume and / or work experience.

Good verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address challenges proactively.

3+ years of employment working with large animals

Software experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Strong work ethic and history of pursuing excellence

Willingness to both learn and teach new medical techniques

Experience working in a research or laboratory setting

Ability to interpret CBC and Chemistry bloodwork

Knowledge of wound management

Knowledge of parasite surveillance

Knowledge of aseptic technique

Knowledge of commonly used veterinary pharmaceuticals and biologics

Knowledge of commonly used veterinary diagnostic tests

Essential Functions include (but are not limited to) :

Veterinary care : Thorough and accurate physical exams on various species of livestock, drawing blood samples, administering treatments, fluid therapy, wound management, field necropsy and tissue collection, disease monitoring, diagnostic testing, parasite surveillance, case tracking, reading bloodwork, surgical procedures and best biosecurity practices.

Animal husbandry : Vaccinations, hoof trimming, FAMACHA scoring, body condition scoring, locomotion scoring, fecal exams.

Ability to restrain large animals by exercising safe handling practices

ALAT, LAT, LATG certification is a plus

Other duties as assigned

Education :

Associate or bachelor's degree in a life science field.

Valid driver's license, clean driving record for 3 years.

Ability to travel to other Lampire facilities as needed.

Physical Requirements :

This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching at various times throughout the day.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Working Conditions :

Extremes of temperature, including heat in summer months and cold in winter months.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extremes in temperature, and occasionally farm equipment. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can vary from minimal to loud.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently standing, walking, and sitting.