Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you! What You Get To DoAssist Veterinary Hospital Teams with animal health programs pertaining to preventative medicine and animal welfare. Assist with our Rescue efforts to ensure successfulrehabilitation leading to releasing patients, with clean bill of health, back into the wild. Coordinate animal exams/procedures, medical treatment, and routine sample collection. Collect, transport, and process samples while maintaining clear records. Prepare samples for analyses in, but not limited to, hematology, chemistry, microbiology, mycology, parasitology, urinalysis, cytology and research projects. Assist with medical data entry into our electronic animal medical records system (TRACKS).Maintain pharmacy. Dispense vitamins, meds and other supplies as requested. Perform inventories on a regular basis and communicate with Hospital Manager to restock as needed. Assist with maintenance of surgery and treatment rooms, anesthesia equipment, medical equipment, and supplies. Prepare and assist with triage, diagnostic imaging, and procedures. Apply comparative veterinary technical skills to diverse collection of animals (cetaceans, pinnipeds, small mammals, elasmobranchs, fish, reptiles, avian, amphibians, invertebrates, etc.).Assist and participate in other related duties as assigned. What It Takes To Succeed At least 18 years of age and must have valid state driver's license. At least two years of Veterinary experience required. Animal or aquatic animal care experience preferred. Available to work weekends and holidays. Willingness to work evenings in the, rare, event of an emergency, procedure, or animal care need. Medical procedures require standing, walking, using hands, listening, talking, smell and colored vision. Able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Able to work outdoors, indoors, as well as in or around refrigeration and freezer units which create moderate noise. Ability to move patient and equipment, therefore must be able to lift and move 25+ lb at times. Maintaining records, computer data entry, dispensing pharmaceuticals, vitamins, and ordering supplies require a detail-oriented person able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications, spreadsheets and databases, including digital medical records (TRACKS).Able to work with limited exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation. Protective equipment is provided when necessary. Able to positively interact with park guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs. Enthusiastically represents SeaWorld by displaying a positive attitude, exemplifying, highly organized, detailed-oriented time-management skills with high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. What Else Is Important State Veterinary Technician certification, or eligible to acquire certification within one year is requiredAVMA accredited associate degree in Veterinary fields or state registration as a veterinary technician (state-specific) Minimum of 2 years work experience as a Veterinary Technician in a zoological facility preferred Availability to include weekends and holidays The Perks Of The Position Paid Time OffComplimentary Park Tickets and PassesPark Discounts on Food and Merchandise Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurancen 401K Retirement plan Voluntary Insurance Life Insurance Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Legal Assistance PlanEEO Employer
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.Seniority level
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