Veterinary Technician

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Position:
Veterinary Technician – Medical Campus.

Pay range: $19.50–$27 per hour, based on experience.

The Veterinary Technician ensures the safety and well‑being of animals while complying with applicable rules and regulations. Works independently, interacts and communicates effectively with members of the husbandry and veterinary staff, including Principal Investigators and their research staff. Provides routine animal medical care and assists with animal medical procedures, such as physical exams, observation of animals for disease and discomfort, administration of medications and treatments, and collection of diagnostic samples in consultation with supervisors, senior veterinary technician, and/or veterinarian.

Responsible for the management and maintenance of rodent colonies, including breeding colonies, and assists with the rodent health surveillance program. Ensures that supply inventories are maintained and ORs, ICUs, and related facilities are properly set up.

• Administers routine medical treatment to animals.
• Assists with incoming and outgoing animal shipments and assesses health and necessary treatments.
• Supports physical examination schedules and organizes regular health screening for long‑term animals.
• Prepares OR, ICU and other facilities for surgical procedures.
• Provides pre‑ / intra‑ / post‑operative care such as patient prep, surgical assistance and anesthetic monitoring and patient follow‑up care.
• Assists veterinary staff with animal procedures such as the collection of biological and/or diagnostic samples.
• Assists with the purchase, inventory, and ordering of equipment and supplies.
• Assists with equipment certification and calibration.
• Communicates with laboratory personnel and research teams about unique animal health concerns and offers guidance on preventive care, medications, and treatments.
• Conducts inventory, ordering, and dispensing of drugs and supplies for investigators.
• Assists with rodent colonies including maintenance of breeding, identification, weaning and other minor procedures.
• Assists in rodent health surveillance program.
• Performs animal transfers and assists with physical exams.
• Observes animals for disease and discomfort and reports findings to senior management, Senior Veterinary Technician, and/or Veterinarian.
• May assist in training Principal Investigators (PIs) and research teams and maintain training logs.
• Coordinates treatment schedules and assignments and administers routine medical treatment to animals in quarantine, including tuberculosis testing and serology.
• Prepares, reviews and maintains appropriate logs and medical records for accuracy and completeness of all tasks.
• Responsible for processing and submission of veterinary billing for sponsors and investigators.
• Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s degree highly preferred.
• Certification and Licensing: Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) highly preferred; AALAS certification as an LATG preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in animal use research or laboratory animal medicine. Clinical veterinary medicine experience highly preferred. Must have experience and strong technical skills in surgical assistance, anesthetic administration, maintenance, and monitoring. Knowledge of veterinary terminology required.
• Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull 50 lbs without assistance. Designated as Essential Personnel. Must have valid Driver’s license to operate University vehicle.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skills in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to…