{"id":11684,"date":"2023-03-10T15:27:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T15:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/?p=11684"},"modified":"2023-03-13T17:49:32","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T17:49:32","slug":"vts-in-zoological-medicine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/navc.sitepreview.app\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/exotic-medicine\/vts-in-zoological-medicine\/","title":{"rendered":"VTS in Zoological Medicine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">A love for animals and a fascination for the uncommon are 2 things I [Erica Campbell] have always possessed. When I was a child, I would carry around a plush toy chimp and tell people that I was going to work in a zoo nursery when I grew up. As a teenager, I worked at a local pet store, where I enjoyed caring for reptiles and birds, which eventually led to a job as a veterinary assistant at an exotic companion animal practice. After graduating from college and attaining my veterinary technician license, I spent many years working in private practice, mostly with dogs and cats, and although I am incredibly grateful for the experience I gained during that time, the lack of diversity left me feeling uninspired and unfulfilled. That boredom, and most likely burnout, led me to a career shift into zoological medicine.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">After finding my passion as a zoological medicine veterinary nurse\/technician, I felt excited to go to work again and eager to expand my knowledge and skill set. Zoo medicine is unique in that the animals under our care are not domesticated but also not completely wild. The challenges that come with managing medical care under those circumstances require adaptability and creativity. Working with an expansive variety of species, where every day is an opportunity to problem solve and learn, was the inspiration I needed to feel fulfilled in my career. That continual thirst for knowledge and drive to be proficient at new skills is what eventually led me to pursue my VTS in zoological medicine. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The Academy of Veterinary Zoological Medicine Technicians (AVZMT; <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/azvt.org\/avzmt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">azvt.org\/avzmt<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\">) exists to promote excellence in the discipline of zoo medicine and is a fully recognized specialty with NAVTA. The AVZMT is a small, exclusive family of specialists\u2014slowly yet steadily growing each year. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Attaining a VTS in zoo medicine is possible through fulfilling the eligibility criteria and completion of the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Veterinary nurses\/technicians seeking this accreditation must meet certain criteria prior to their application. For full details, visit the AVZMT website (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/azvt.org\/avzmt-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">azvt.org\/avzmt-application<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\">). Eligibility to apply for the VTS in zoo medicine includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\">Being a graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and\/or credentialed to practice as a veterinary technician in a state or province of the United States or Canada<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\">Accruing 5 years (a minimum of 10<\/span><span class=\"s3\">\u2009<\/span><span class=\"s1\">000 hours) of work experience in the field of zoo medicine, with all experience completed within 7 years prior to application<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\">Earning a minimum of 40 continuing education hours in zoological medicine or appropriate related topics within the 5 years immediately prior to application submission<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\">Being a member of NAVTA (recommended but not required)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">Being a member of the Association of Zoo Veterinary Technicians (<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/azvt.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">azvt.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\">; strongly encouraged but not required)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_11687\" style=\"width: 360px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/CampbellZeitz_TVNSpring23_VTSZoo_Fig1.png\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11687\" class=\" wp-image-11687\" src=\"https:\/\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/CampbellZeitz_TVNSpring23_VTSZoo_Fig1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/navc.sitepreview.app\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/CampbellZeitz_TVNSpring23_VTSZoo_Fig1.png 720w, https:\/\/navc.sitepreview.app\/todaysveterinarynurse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/CampbellZeitz_TVNSpring23_VTSZoo_Fig1-225x300.png 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-11687\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy Detroit Zoological Society<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"p2\">Application Process<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">To apply for the VTS in zoological medicine, a veterinary nurse\/technician must provide documented competence in advanced technical zoological medicine by completing the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s1\">Emailing a letter of intent to submit an application. Once the letter has been recognized and accepted, the applicant will be eligible for participation in the mentorship program. Participation in the program is recommended but completely voluntary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s1\">Completion of the Advanced Skills Checklists<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s1\">A case log with a minimum of 40 medical or surgical cases recorded. The cases must reflect the management of the patient and proficiency in advanced skills as provided in the Advanced Skills Checklists. Cases up to 3 years prior to the application submission date can be included.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s1\">A total of 5 detailed case reports chosen from the case log, including at least 1 report representing each of the following taxon: 1 mammal, 1 avian, and 1\u00a0reptile\/amphibian\/fish\/invertebrate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p8\"><span class=\"s1\">A letter of recommendation from 2 individuals meeting the following 3 categories (in order of desirability): an AVZMT member, a diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine, or a supervising zoo veterinarian.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"p2\">Upcoming Application Window<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Key dates for the 2023 application window have already passed. The AVZMT Executive Board is currently updating and streamlining the application process. Due to this, the AVZMT will not be accepting exam applications in 2024. The organization will resume accepting applications in 2025. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\">Acceptance Process<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Applicants will be notified as to whether they are approved or rejected to take the necessary accreditation examination no less than 6 months preceding the scheduled exam date. Approved candidates will be advised of the exam format no less than 3 months prior to the examination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Once attained, a VTS not only positively adds to your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or CV, but it can also open many doors. Opportunities for professional writing, speaking, and teaching are just a few. Veterinary nurses\/technicians with a VTS credential from any specialty are likely to become mentors for others seeking to attain their VTS credential and can become an invaluable resource for others, both inside and outside of their own organizations. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Since earning my [Erica Campbell] VTS (Zoo), I feel like I have reached a new level of trust with my veterinarians and the zookeepers at my zoo. I enjoy knowing that they have confidence in my ability to be experienced, informed, and up to date on things pertaining to my field and to provide the best level of care for my patients. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Those seeking this accreditation must meet certain criteria prior to their application, including minimum 5 years of work experience in the field of zoo medicine and at least 40 CE hours in zoological 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