Senior Veterinary Technician, Operating Room Anesthesia – Xenotransplantation

Who We Are

We are the first publicly‑traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. Founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), we now have six FDA‑approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH‑ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near‑term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

The cure for end‑stage life‑threatening diseases like PAH, PH‑ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end‑stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

The Senior Veterinary Technician, Operating Room Anesthesia plays a critical role in ensuring safe and effective anesthetic care for pigs undergoing surgical and diagnostic procedures. The role requires close collaboration with veterinarians and surgical staff to deliver high‑quality veterinary care in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

• Coordinate and provide oversight as directed by surgeon/veterinarian on all aspects of PD anesthesia for pigs undergoing surgical procedures, including preparation, induction, monitoring, maintenance, and recovery to ensure safe and effective care.
• Perform pig assessments prior to PD anesthesia, including lab results and physical exam findings, and collaborate with the surgical team to develop and implement PD anesthesia plans.
• Ensure all PD anesthesia‑related equipment and supplies are available, properly maintained, and functioning prior to each procedure.
• Follow and enforce aseptic and safety protocols in all areas of PD anesthesia and surgery.
• Collaborate with the OR Coordinator to ensure the operating room is fully stocked and prepared with necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment for daily procedures.
• Order, track, and maintain all surgical instruments in collaboration with site‑specific personnel, ensuring availability for scheduled procedures and identifying needs for replacement or repair.
• Provide oversight and direction to staff learning and assisting with instrument processing, tray preparation, and OR support tasks to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to standards.
• Help oversee, mentor, and support other veterinary technicians and animal care technicians involved in surgical and perioperative activities.
• Travel to other DPF locations as needed to provide training and support for OR staff, ensuring consistency in protocols, quality standards, and team development across all sites.

• Associate Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with an Associate Degree or 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with a Bachelor's Degree.
• 6+ years of experience in a veterinary anesthesia role.
• 5+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals.
• 1+ years of experience in veterinary anesthesia specific to pigs.
• 1+ years of experience with ordering perioperative supplies and instruments, managing and sterilizing instrument trays, and working with and developing SOPs.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician‑NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi‑task.
• Working knowledge and understanding of operating room processes and…