Veterinary Technician II

Assist veterinary staff in documentation and triage of animal health cases.,Conduct regular clinical rounds, routine health monitoring, and examinations.,Investigate reports of animal health issues and conditions impacting well-being.,Recommend, administer, and record routine animal treatments.,Generate summary reports as needed.,Perform and document appropriate clinical observations.,Ensure corrective actions for health or welfare issues are developed and implemented.,Notify veterinary staff, study directors, and other personnel of abnormal findings.,Perform routine veterinary technical and husbandry skills including administering therapeutic measures (IV, IM, SQ, topical, oral), bandage/wrapping, nail/hoof/teeth clipping/trimming, venipuncture, vaginal swabs, and proficient animal restraint.,Monitor critical care animals (e.g., place IVs, monitor fluids).,Perform animal follow-up observations and monitor animal health visually and by detailed schedules.,Generate, track, and schedule animal treatment records and follow-ups.,Maintain accurate medical records in accordance with study and regulatory requirements.,Assist in maintaining accurate record-keeping procedures for the veterinary department.,Maintain and follow complex procedures for animal health and treatment.,Provide input into the creation/revision of SOPs and assist in implementation and training.,Assist in providing leadership, animal health training, and guidance to less experienced technical staff.,Assist in inventory and stocking of vet rooms (drugs and supplies).,Assist in organizing and maintaining vet exam rooms.,May be responsible for tissue sampling, routine animal manipulations, and administration of fluids or other treatments.,May perform routine technical and husbandry functions (general housekeeping) and adhere to safety procedures.,Assist in surgery and peri-surgery care, including providing and monitoring anesthesia, preparing surgical packs, and administering supportive therapy.,Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education: Graduate of a collegiate veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Training Activities or equivalent program.,Experience: 1-2 years related experience working with animals in a pre-clinical laboratory or clinical setting; experience working in a CRO with multi-species preferred.,Certification/Licensure: LVT license or CVT/RVT certification preferred. AALAS certification preferred.,Other: Demonstrate understanding of Standard Operating Procedures.,Excellent organizational, time management and recordkeeping skills.,Basic word processing skills required.,Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.,Must be proficient in routine veterinary technical and husbandry techniques.

Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology (or equivalent)

Ability to lift, move, manipulate, and/or hold heavy objects up to 25 pounds (over 50 pounds with assistance).,Ability to perform procedures requiring talking, hearing, standing/sitting for long periods, data entry, using instruments, reaching, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE).,Ability to frequently firmly hold species while utilizing fine motor skills.,Work in a research environment with sharp objects, mechanical parts, toxic/caustic chemicals, biological hazards, fumes, airborne particles, and moderate to loud noise levels.,Regularly works with live animals with risk of exposure to allergens, zoonotic disease, and biohazards.,Regularly works with or near test articles with unknown levels of toxicity.,For US-based roles, pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check are required upon acceptance.