Veterinary Technician (Marshall Islands)

Acuity International•Cape Canaveral, FL

About The Position

Acuity is looking for a Veterinary Technician to support our contract in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. The Veterinary Technician would be responsible for the overall health of domestic and feral animals on the island.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology and a current Veterinary Technician Certificate from an accredited university.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in private practice or the military.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in working independently and decision-making in canine and feline medical emergencies.
Minimum of two (2) years in maintaining canine and feline health records and canine and feline international health certificates.
Experience with a microchip program that scans, reads and tracks canines and felines.
Proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs.
Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver's License.
Must have a valid, current U.S. Passport, with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
Requires a favorably adjudicated CNACI investigation conducted by the Department of Defense.
Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.

Responsibilities

Examine animals to detect nature of diseases or injuries.
Inoculate animals against various diseases such as rabies and distemper.
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.
Operate diagnostic equipment such as radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
Establish and conduct quarantine and testing procedures that prevent the spread of diseases to other animals or to humans, and that comply with applicable government regulations.
Perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and maintaining business records.
Inspect and test animals to detect the presence of communicable diseases.
Plan and execute animal nutrition and reproduction programs.
Inspect animal housing to determine cleanliness and adequacy.
Be available for on-call duties as required, responding promptly to emergencies and providing care as necessary.
Be available for on-call duties as required, responding promptly to emergencies and providing care as necessary.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.