Veterinary Technologist - Research

About the role

Why Mayo Clinic: Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Site description: Mayo Clinic has locations at three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; Rochester, Minnesota; and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, plus international locations.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care to animals used in support of lab project goals.
• Exercises independent professional judgment in the assessment of animal health and consults with veterinarians and investigators regarding appropriate diagnosis, therapy, and management.
• Assists in the planning, implementation, and modification of animal use in experiments.
• Works directly with the veterinarians and interacts with staff, residents, medical students, and other personnel using the animal facilities to exchange information and resolve problems.
• Serves as a surgical tech in the operating room, administering anesthesia and providing postoperative care.
• Trains residents/fellows/temporary lab personnel in laboratory animal methodology.
• Responsible for maintaining anesthetic, surgical, and radiological equipment and medical supplies, including pharmaceuticals.
• Additional duties may be assigned as required to fulfill departmental responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Veterinary Technician State Licensure with two years experience with lab animal species required.
• Certification as Laboratory Animal Technician or Laboratory Animal Technologist through the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science is desirable.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
• Must have the ability to organize and carry out medical and surgical techniques independently.
• Good manual dexterity and must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work well with others.

Pay

Compensation: Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended; $27.99–41.98 per hour.

Exemption status: Non‑exempt.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Benefits eligible: Yes.

Schedule

Schedule: Full time.

Hours/pay period: 80.

Schedule details: Monday‑Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm; 1 night shift every 6 weeks 1:00 pm‑9:00 pm; work 1 holiday per year; weekend schedule Saturday/Sunday every 6 weeks.