Veterinary Technician I/II

About the role

The role is responsible for the general care/husbandry of all pigs within the barrier facility. It also involves supporting veterinary procedures, assisting with surgical and non-surgical operations, and managing animal health records.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and document daily activities of the swine herd, including herd health, nutrition, and reproduction.
• Assist veterinarians and surgeons with operative procedures, including setup and tear-down, and post-operative animal care.
• Collect, store, ship, and inventory samples from animals for health and pathogen testing.
• Provide assistance with post-operative procedures such as imaging, biopsies, bronchoscopy, tissue procurement, and management of cardiopulmonary functions.
• Maintain appropriate records for animal husbandry and care activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences with 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols, and working with controlled substances.
• Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences with 1+ year of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols, and working with controlled substances.
• Associate degree with 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols, and working with controlled substances.
• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols, and working with controlled substances.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA.
• Working knowledge of animal husbandry including nutrition, reproduction, and safety.
• Knowledge and experience with data collection and recording of large animals.
• Working knowledge of the Animal Welfare and other regulations regarding animal research, USDA, FDA, and DEA.
• Strong attention to operational planning and follow through.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to author and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include an associate degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences with relevant experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences.

Skills

• Working knowledge of animal husbandry including nutrition, reproduction, and safety.
• Knowledge and experience with data collection and recording of large animals.
• Working knowledge of the Animal Welfare and other regulations regarding animal research, USDA, FDA, and DEA.
• Strong attention to operational planning and follow through.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to author and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits suite including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.

Pay

• Pay range for the Veterinary Technician I position is $30.05 - $31.25 per hour.
• Pay range for the Veterinary Technician II position is $30.77 - $36.06 per hour.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

Location

This position is located at our Christiansburg, VA facility.