Licensed Veterinary Technologist

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Brownsville, TX

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Anesthesiology, Animal Care, Career Counseling, Clinical Competency, Conservation, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Facebook, Hospital, Inventory Management, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Medical Records, Medicine, Necropsy, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Records Management, Regulatory Compliance, Spanish Language, Standards of Care, Twitter, Veterinary Medicine, Work From Home
LOCATION
Brownsville, TX
POSTED
21 days ago

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Gladys Porter Zoo

Licensed Veterinary Technologist

Gladys Porter Zoo is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Licensed Veterinary Technologist to join our Animal Health team, supporting the daily operations of a busy zoological hospital serving a diverse collection of approximately 1,500 animals.

This role is centered within a zoo and wildlife veterinary clinic environment, providing care across a wide range of taxa while also supporting the systems that keep the hospital running effectively. In addition to hands-on clinical responsibilities, the Technologist plays a key role in maintaining accurate medical records, managing inventory and controlled substances, and supporting regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate brings strong clinical skills along with the ability to manage complex information, maintain consistency in documentation, and contribute to a well-organized, high-functioning veterinary program aligned with AZA standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in zoological medicine and surgery
  • Monitor anesthesia and recovery
  • Perform lab diagnostics
  • Maintain audit-ready medical records
  • Oversee ZIMS data integrity
  • Maintain controlled substance logs
  • Support inventory and ordering
  • Coordinate communication across teams
  • Assist with necropsy and wildlife rehab
  • Participate in emergency response

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited program
  • Licensed or eligible within 6 months
  • Strong clinical and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience
  • ZIMS experience
  • Inventory/compliance experience
  • Spanish language skills

Working Conditions & Requirements

  • Flexible schedule including weekends, holiday, on-call
  • Lift up to 25 lbs
  • Maintain Texas license
  • Valid driver's license

About Gladys Porter Zoo

Gladys Porter Zoo is committed to excellence in animal care, conservation, education, and community engagement. As a member of AZA, the Zoo maintains the highest standards of animal welfare and strives to inspire conservation action through meaningful guest experiences.

Located in Brownsville, TX, the Rio Grande Valley offers a unique blend of wildlife, culture, and access to nearby South Padre Island.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

  • 100% employer-paid health, vision, dental, life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Supportive team environment

How to Apply

Application Instructions

Submit cover letter, resume, and references to:

Kat Thompson-Hawk, General Curator, at kthompson-hawk@gpz.org

Subject line: Licensed Veterinary Technician

We look forward to hearing from you!

Don't delay! Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Gladys Porter Zoo

500 E Ringgold St.

Brownsville, TX 78520

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