Research Veterinary Technician (VT) II

About the role

As a Research Veterinary Technician II, you will monitor and care for the health and well-being of research animals while supporting veterinary procedures, surgical services, and training initiatives within Veterinary Services. In this role, you will contribute to foundational pre-clinical research that advances scientific discoveries and helps improve patient care worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of Research VT I.
• Train animal husbandry, veterinary services and research personnel to perform proper animal handling, evaluations and techniques.
• May perform the duties of an Animal Surgery Technician and assist Veterinarians and investigators by performing special surgical, medical or experimental techniques or procedures.
• Assist the Veterinarians with the Sentinel Health Monitoring Program and work with minimal supervision on Veterinary Services programs and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a Veterinary Technician program
• Licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician (VT) in state in which employed
• Two years of experience with demonstrated competence as a licensed Veterinary Technician
• Ability to understand and follow detailed scientific or medical instructions given by investigators and/or veterinarians
• Computer literacy, good interpersonal skills to work and communicate with all levels of department and research personnel
• Flexibility to ensure all animal care responsibilities are completed, supporting a 7-day-per-week, 365-day-per-year operation that may include weekends and holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to transport equipment, supplies and/or animals weighing up to 75 pounds using carts with casters.
• Capable of tolerating a significant amount of standing, bending and walking.
• May be required to work with biological, chemical and radiation hazards after proper training.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of animal care and handling
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in computer systems and software

Benefits

• Health Plan Options – EHP and EHP Plus
• Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna
• Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Caregiver discounts
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Hardship Fund
• Paid maternity and parental leave

Pay

Minimum hourly: $17.25 Maximum hourly: $26.31

Schedule

Full Time Shift: Days + Call