Veterinarian Technician

Veterinarian Technician

Job title: Veterinarian Technician

Location: Minneapolis, MN Duration: 3+months (possibility of extension) Shift: Tuesday-Friday 9:30am - 8:00pm

Position Description:

Possess extensive knowledge in specialized functions of veterinary technician duties with the ability to perform a variety of veterinary technician and general husbandry duties using the appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) required in the area.

This position requires professional judgment and independent initiative in determining work methods and may have full responsibility of projects that can be extremely complex in nature.

This position works under direct supervision in a team environment.

Position Responsibilities:

Understand and be committed to the Healthcare Mission and PRL Vision and Values

Know and maintain compliance with GLP, FDA, USDA, AAALAC, IACUC, and all other applicable regulations and guidelines as they apply to the non-clinical research environment.

Adhere to standard operating procedures, work instructions, department guidelines, policies, and study protocols when completing the following:

• Animal Husbandry
• Animal Handling
• Animal Observation
• Documentation
• Data Collection
• Housekeeping
• Stocking Supplies
• Maintain and Operate Equipment
• Medication Calculation and Administration
• Sample Collection
• Animal Treatments
• Patient Care and Pain management
• Pre and Post-Operative Care
• Animal Recovery
• Assist Vet with Emergency Procedures
• Assess and Interpret Physiological Changes
• Perform Emergency CPR
• Recover Health Compromised Animals from Anesthesia and Surgery
• Critical Patient Care

Participate in the overall function of the Research Operations department which may include:

• Late shift coverage
• Animal/employee training
• Study support
• Process improvement processes
• Support of department goals

Perform computer and clerical functions to ensure organized and accurate reporting of animal observations, tasks, and data collection.

The Technician IV position is expected to assist the team in the completion of daily tasks as individual duties are completed.

Maintain professional growth and development.

Perform other related duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications:

Able to read, understand and follow department and facility procedures and policies.

Demonstrate legible handwriting.

Experience handling multiple animal species.

Experience working independently and in a team environment.

Experience communicating individually and within a team.

Experience working with computer applications and web-based applications.

Education Required:

Associate Degree Veterinary Technician or Bachelor Degree in the Veterinary Technology field

Years of Experience: 5+ years of experience working in animal research/animal care.

Specialized Knowledge Required:

A positive attitude about the use of animals in research.

Advanced knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and anesthesia.

Advanced knowledge and experience in post-operative care, critical patient care, and pain management.

Advanced knowledge and experience in emergency response.

Advanced veterinary technical skills.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of anesthesia and patient monitoring equipment.

Knowledge of animal and human disease states.