Veterinarian Technician

Veterinarian Technician

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

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.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications (optional): AALAS Certification at the ALAT, LAT or LATG level

Physical Job Requirements:

• No known allergies to multiple types of animal species.
• Physically able to lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds safely.
• Able to handle multiple types of animal species. Safe handling procedures required when work with animals.
• May involve exposure to chemicals. Personal Protective Equipment required when working with chemicals.
• Preclinical laboratory environment
• Normal office environment.
• The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.