Veterinary Technician/Assistant

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Technician roles are posted at all levels 1, 2, and Senior and will be filled based on skills, certifications and experience.

Role Summary

The Veterinary Technician will engage in animal medical care, collection/processing of clinical diagnostic samples and assisting veterinarians with animal wellness examinations.

This is a non-exempt role that is eligible for overtime after 40 hours in a workweek and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Role Responsibilities

• Record clinical observations and data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Proactively engage with veterinarians regarding care plans for animals
• Assist attending/staff veterinarian(s) with veterinary examinations
• Perform initial triage of veterinary patients when an attending/staff veterinarian(s) is not available
• Conduct treatments of animals under veterinary care, including calculation of drug doses and administration of drugs via all routes
• Collect samples (blood, urine, feces, and other samples as needed), and perform analyses or arrange for external testing according to veterinarian direction
• Perform anesthesia, including but not limited to assessing anesthetic depth, intubation/extubation, use of anesthesia machines. Use patient warming and monitoring systems.
• Perform sterile and non-sterile scrub of procedure/sample collection sites
• Assist in surgery
• Perform euthanasia
• Coordinate and assist in implementing colony health management and vaccine protocols
• Coordinate and assist in implementing animal arrival and quarantine protocols
• Mentor and assist in training entry level staff
• Other duties as assigned

Role Requirements

• High School/GED required with LVT OR AS/BS in veterinary technology with 1 year experience in veterinary or laboratory animal science required OR 3 years’ experience in veterinary or laboratory animal science required.
• ALAT/LAT/LATG certification preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records systems preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle common laboratory species
• Basic understanding of study design and protocols preferred.
• Knowledge of GLPs and other federal regulations relating to care of laboratory animals preferred.

Behavioral Expectations

• Decision Making
• Teamwork
• Adaptability/Flexibility

Special Requirements

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to, animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing, and ascending ladders without restriction.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, extended shifts with short notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Spring Lake, MI 49456 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Spring Lake, MI 49456: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30