Veterinary Technician I/II (Relocation assistance available)

Veterinary Technician

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. This role is responsible for the general care/husbandry of all pigs within the barrier facility. Additionally, this role plays a critical part in the support of all veterinary procedures (survival and non-surgeries, sample collections and necropsies for the xenotransplantation program). Veterinary Technicians assist veterinarian staff in routine veterinary care of the USDA covered species and assist veterinarians in providing preventive medical care, medical nursing and euthanasia in addition to maintaining animal health records. Independently perform and document the day-to-day activities of the swine herd, including, herd health (general nursing care, vaccinations, medications, treatments, etc.), nutrition (feed management), and reproduction (AI, Boar semen collection, estrus synchronization) Assist veterinarian(s) and surgeons(s) with all elements of operative procedures, such as setup and tear-down, and post-operative animal care (i.e. examining animals, checking vitals, monitoring animals under anesthesia) Collect, store, ship, and inventory samples (blood, nasal, tissue, etc.) from animals for health and pathogen testing Provide assistance with post-op procedures including imaging, biopsies, bronchoscopy, tissue procurement and management of cardiopulmonary functions Maintain appropriate records for animal husbandry and care activity records Perform other duties as assigned For this role you will need Minimum Requirements Associate degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences For Veterinary Technician I level: 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances, experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals with an associates degree, or 1+ year of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances, experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals with a bachelor's degree For Veterinary Technician II level: 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances, experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals with an associate degree or 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances, experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals with a bachelor's degree Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine 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 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong attention to operational planning and follow through Ability to author and follow SOPs Works under moderate supervision on routine tasks; may seek advice of more senior employees Must not have any other interaction with other pigs outside of the company Physical Demand: Lift 75 lbs to waist level Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences Working knowledge/understanding of GxP compliance Job Location This position is located at our Christiansburg, VA facility. Relocation assistance may be available for non-local candidates. The pay range for the Veterinary Technician I position is $30.05 - $31.25 per hour, and the pay range for the Veterinary Technician II position is $30.77 - $36.06. These ranges reflect our good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs, as well as other factors permitted by law at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future based on company and market factors. At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits suite of programs, 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. United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success. We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package. This is what makes United Therapeutics a stimulating place to work.