Tracking Code: 2923-120
The Veterinarian Technician is a member of a field veterinarian and
veterinarian technician team responsible for the overall canine health
of canines supporting the Department of State Explosive Detection Canine
teams. The technician will report to the Veterinarian. Performance
locations will be OCONUS in both Iraq and Afghanistan.
All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards,
principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional
specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which CHS is
recognized.
Required Skills For Veterinary Technician Middle East
Minimum Position Requirements
Shall possess or be able to obtain a minimum SECRET level clearance.
Shall have an Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology or a current
Veterinary Technician Certificate from an accredited university.
Shall have a minimum experience of two (2) years in a private practice or the military.
Shall have a minimum experience of two (2) years in working
independently and decision-making in canine medical emergencies,
combat-related injuries preferred.
Shall have knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and
properties of substances and of the chemical processes and
transformations that they undergo (this includes uses of chemicals and
their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal
methods).
Shall have a minimum experience of two (2) years in maintaining canine
health records and canine international health certificates
Shall have experience with a microchip program that scans, reads and tracks canines
Shall be willing to live and work in conflict/combat areas or similar hazardous environments.
Position Duties For Veterinary Technician Middle East
Examine animals to detect nature of diseases or injuries.
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medical, setting bones,
dressing wounds, or performing emergency/stabilizing surgery.
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, and interpret the resulting images
Advise handlers regarding sanitary, feeding, and general care necessary to promote health of animals.
Educate handlers/trainers about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans.
Train and supervise workers who handle and care for animals.
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
Required Experience For
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver’s License
Must have a current U.S. Passport.
Must sign a CHS Foreign Service Agreement (FSA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the FSA.
Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
Work hours are based on a 72 hr. work week; typically six 12 hour days but other variations may apply.
Requires a favorably adjudicated Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)
investigation or Secret clearance conducted by the Department of State,
Bureau of Diplomatic Security.
Shall Attend a Foreign Affairs Counter Terrorism training course prior
to deployment to Iraq for work on the MSSI-Iraq contract. Training may
include: Combat First Aid, Weapons, Familiarization, Defensive
Tactics/Driving, IED recognition, Surveillance Detection and Hostage
Survival and Personnel Recovery.
Shall demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs and the CHS Medical Management System software.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For Veterinary Technician Middle East:
Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be “medically and dentally
fit” in accordance CHS Medical Readiness Guidelines and Policies and/or
as dictated by the Client
No conditions that would prevent the wear of personal protective
equipment; including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor and
chemical/biological protective garments or conditions that would prevent
the capability of donning, lifting or carrying of up to 70 lbs. of
referenced gear while running to a bunker or protected area in the face
of perceived or imminent danger.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work
environment; travel in Iraq and Afghanistan is required by surface or
air.
The climate is desert-like, hot, and prone to dust storms.
Comprehensive Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to
race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status,
gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected
by law.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Employment Type
Full time Regular
Please send resume to
intlops@chsmedical.com
or please apply online
https://chsmedical-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&id=23&jobid=2923&company_id=16120&version=1&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992375&level=levelid1&levelid1=2725&startflag=2
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