Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

The Veterinary Technician works under general supervision to monitor, support, and document the health and comfort of laboratory animals. This role provides humane, safe, and sanitary care in a vivarium setting, assists with clinical and surgical procedures, and ensures strict compliance with all applicable regulations and study protocols. The technician collaborates closely with veterinary staff and animal care teams to support the full scope of veterinary care, husbandry, and research activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for laboratory animals in a humane, safe, and sanitary manner using appropriate equipment and established procedures.
• Observe animals for clinical signs of disease and behavioral changes, and promptly report findings to supervisory veterinary staff.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and analytical procedures to assess animal health, including blood and other diagnostic tests such as arterial and venous blood gases and ACT.
• Restrain animals safely for examinations and anesthesia induction, ensuring minimal stress and maximum safety.
• Attend in-house training programs to advance knowledge of laboratory animal science, veterinary procedures, and workplace safety.
• Provide procedural and technical support to investigators and research staff as needed.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable regulations, guidelines, and institutional policies related to animal care and use.
• Remain productive during slower periods by proactively seeking additional duties such as cleaning, stocking, and equipment checks.
• Participate in the full scope of veterinary care and husbandry, including routine monitoring and specialized care for study animals.
• Assist with animal procurement, receipt, placement, and movement within the facility and to or from off-site housing as directed.
• Participate in sanitization of the vivarium and animal areas as directed, following established cleaning and disinfection procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate of Science (AS) degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field required.
• 12 years of animal experience preferred, ideally in a veterinary or research setting.
• Experience working with laboratory animals is a plus.
• Knowledge of veterinary technology, animal research, and surgical procedures.
• Experience in anesthesia induction, maintenance, and monitoring for laboratory animals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49000.00 - $53000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

BENEFITS

• Choice of health plans include medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Pre-tax travel expenses through TransitChek program
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Ten paid holidays each year

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orangeburg, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.