Research Vet Technician - Large and Small Animal (NAMSA Talent Building Community)

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976. We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond. Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core Values Act with integrity in everything we do. Provide best-in-class customer experiences. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas. Job Description Dispenses medications as prescribed by veterinarian and/or protocol specifications. Performs and documents a variety of activities, including but not limited to, routine clinical observations, charting of physiological data and animal health status, taking study-required animal weights, documentation of maintenance medicine administration, etc. Administers start-up medications, monitors the fasting of animals and clinical observations. Monitors animals during their critical recovery phase on the days following surgery, including performing TPRs (temp, pulse, and respiration), auscultation of the heart and lungs, assessing pain of animals at incision sites, changing wound dressings and administering medications. Performs intravenous blood draws. Performs preventive health maintenance such as administering maintenance medications, administering anthelmintics and vaccinations, ointment applications, hoof and nail trims including sedation as needed, bathing, and ear cleaning. Performs all aspects of veterinary care and general husbandry procedures according to established procedures, guidelines and study protocols that meet the acceptable criteria of the veterinarian. Communicates with veterinary staff, supervisor and study directors regarding living conditions and medical status of animals. Assists with training newer large animal research technicians. Under supervision, assists with study-related tasks and performs non-invasive procedures that are performed on the animal in their housing space within the vivarium. Assists with conducting training to new Associates and updates training records. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Technical Competencies Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology or 4 years of related experience required. Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline is preferred. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification is preferred. Please Note: Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Payment Details: Pay Range Minimum: $18.32 Pay Range Target: $30.00 Pay Frequency: Hourly NAMSA Is An Equal Employment Opportunity Company. NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr NAMSA