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JOB SUMMARYThe Veterinary Technician ensures the well-being of collection animals by partnering with veterinarians to provide exceptional health care. This position will serve as a member of the emergency response team and will maintain hospital readiness for emergencies and inspections. Technicians will rotate through clinical, laboratory, pharmacy, and necropsy duties. This position will also collaborate with animal care staff to train medical behaviors. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES•Assist with medical and surgical procedures and administer treatments as directed.•Set-up and clean-up after animal procedures, both in the hospital and in animal areas, including preparation of necessary pharmaceuticals and equipment•Perform venipuncture, anesthetic induction and monitoring, injections, weighing, placement of intravenous catheters, and fluid therapy•Act as x-ray technician and ultrasonographer•Serve as surgical technician or circulat...