Veterinary Technician (Part Time)

About the organization

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, operating field programs in 60 countries and the entire ocean, and running world‑class zoos, aquariums, and education programs. WCS employs more than 4,000 diverse team members in New York City and worldwide.

About the role

Based at the Bronx Zoo’s Wildlife Health Center, this part‑time position assists veterinarians and full‑time veterinary technicians in providing healthcare to animals across all five WCS parks. The role also involves training professionals, students, and volunteers as part of the health‑care team.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments and monitor animals in the hospital or on‑grounds, including medication preparation and administration, IV catheter setup, fluid therapy, and record keeping.
• Feed and clean enclosures of hospitalized animals when necessary.
• Prepare for, assist during, and clean up after clinical procedures (including surgeries), providing and monitoring anesthesia, intubation, and recovery.
• Operate and maintain veterinary diagnostic imaging equipment (digital radiology, CT, endoscopy, ultrasound); position animals for imaging and manage image archiving.
• Assist with inventory management of hospital medicines and supplies, including ordering, restocking, and controlled‑substance record keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Wildlife Health Center.
• Coordinate the Preventative Medicine Program, dispensing monthly preventative medications and administering routine vaccines.
• Conduct clinical pathology testing (CBC, urinalysis, fecal exams, cytology, point‑of‑care biochemistry, water coliform testing, etc.) and prepare/shipping laboratory samples per IATA regulations.
• Support laboratory testing and operate veterinary hospital equipment.
• Train hospital volunteers, students, and new employees.
• Provide daily oversight of the technical support team and collaborate with Animal Care and Facilities departments.
• Represent WCS professionally and comply with DEA regulations for controlled substances.
• Participate in safety training and ensure safety of self, staff, animals, and guests.

Requirements

• Veterinary technician degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) and New York State Veterinary Technician license (or license‑eligible within 6 months of hire).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Full‑time experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician in a small, large, or exotic companion‑animal practice.
• Preference for experience with avian, exotic, hoofstock, or zoological animals.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Some knowledge of computer databases (desirable).
• Ability to work in a complex healthcare environment with diverse taxa and multiple veterinarians/technicians.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across departments.
• Understanding and compliance with DEA regulations for controlled substances.

Physical Demands

• Frequent computer use (keyboard, mouse, telephone).
• Regular sitting, standing, walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, and driving.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lb frequently; occasional kneeling, overhead reaching, pushing/pulling, and navigating uneven terrain.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, with occasional exposure to excess noise, potentially dangerous animals, and infectious agents.

Pay

$26.00 – $28.00 per hour (salary offer reflects experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and work location).

Schedule

Part‑time position; primarily at the Bronx Zoo with occasional multi‑site work at other WCS parks.