The Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing veterinary technical support for The Florida Aquarium’s main animal collection, off-site facilities, and/or animal rehabilitation programs. They work closely with the veterinary team as well as a diverse team of biologists and researchers dedicated to responsible animal care and health practices. This position will be based mostly at our main campus facility in Tampa, FL, and provide support to the Aquarium’s sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation center in Apollo Beach, FL, and other off-site facilities. The veterinary technician plays a key role in helping maintain compliance with the rules and regulations of relevant regulatory agencies, as well as the standards and guidelines of accrediting and certifying organizations such as the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the American Humane Association (AHA). This position supports other TFA departments as needed to fulfill TFA’s shared purpose.
Essential Position Functions:
Performs veterinary diagnostics and provides medical treatments for the collection and rehabilitation of animals
Performs daily treatments and triages medical concerns
Works as part of a team or via telemedicine with the primary veterinarian
Ensures medical and laboratory areas/equipment are clean and maintained to OSHA and AZA standards
Assists the veterinarian with medical record keeping
Assists with necropsies of collection animals across taxa
Assists with euthanasia and necropsies of collection animals across taxa
Maintains medical equipment in proper working order
Ensures the surgical suite and exam room are clean and are stocked for daily use and treatments
Assists with training veterinary technician students, interns, and volunteers
Assists with biohazard disposal, scheduling, histopathology management, and performs all other duties as assigned by the manager.
Helps manage the clinical schedule and input of clinical lab work
Part of a rotating overnight on-call scheduleAssists as needed with inventory, ordering, permit assistance, new business relations, and scheduling
Performs all other duties as assigned by the manager.
IAAAM is happy to share opportunities relevant to the aquatic animal medicine community. Please note that we are not the hiring institution and cannot provide additional information regarding the position. For questions about the role, salary, qualifications, or application process, please contact the organization directly.