Veterinary Assistant

BIOLOGY (IN-BIOL-IUINA) Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis School of Science is a vital part of Indiana's life, health, and technology industries and allows for unparalleled research and collaboration. We are home to 8 departments and programs representing many different aspects of the science world. Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Our faculty engage in cutting-edge research in a wide variety of fields, including biochemistry and molecular biology, clinical psychology, forensic science, pure and applied math, and more. We pride ourselves on our interdisciplinary approach, extensive undergraduate research opportunities, professional school placements, and service to our students. Our graduates are the life blood of an economy that needs innovative thinkers, contributing team members, and eager learners. Committed to having real impact in their work and community, our graduates emerge from the School of Science as well-rounded scientists whose experiences have prepared them to solve the problems of the future. Department-Specific Responsibilities Schedules procedures, autoclaving tools.Performs rodent and swine husbandry (rodent essential, swine optional).Performs rodent and swine procedures, non-survival surgeries, and survival surgeries.Performs intensive care monitoring.Performs as a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) agent.Manages of animal protocols. General Responsibilities Monitors animals' responses to anesthetics. Responds appropriately to anesthetic changes with appropriate knowledge of drugs and medical interventions.Performs euthanasia to animals according to American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Guidelines, under the direction of a veterinarian and other regulations, policies, or guidelines, and monitors animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.Executes prompt examination of animals reported with health problems.Adheres to all appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Research Compliance directives, accreditation standards, regulations, and laws.Maintains accurate record keeping with electronic or paper medical records.Develops excellent veterinary technician skills.Maintains controlled substance inventory and related logbooks. Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education. EDUCATION Required Associate's degree in veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or related field. Required WORK EXPERIENCE 1 year of animal care experience. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Preferred Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) within 1 year of hire from date of hire.Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) upon date of hire. Skills Required Proficient written and verbal communication skills.Maintains a high degree of professionalism.Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Highly thorough and dependable.Possesses a high degree of initiative.Ability to build strong customer relationships. The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Indiana University Indianapolis Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insuranceHealth savings account with generous IU contributionsHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsBasic group life insurance paid by IUVoluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insuranceBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vestingVoluntary supplemental retirement plan optionsTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each yearGenerous paid time off plansPaid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer eventsEmployee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure. 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