Veterinary Technician

Job Description

1. Provide veterinary care for all species used in research and development.

• First line evaluation of clinical cases to all species on site

• Initiate diagnostics and treatment in consultation with veterinarian.

• Communicate cases progress, treatment and recommendation to the PI/Scientist in conjunction with the veterinarian

• Monitor treatment and progress

• Preventive medicine such as rodent health monitoring program, microbiology, disease surveillance 

• After hours, weekend, and holiday clinical coverage as needed

• Maintain stocks of clinical supplies and medicines including DEA controlled substances

• Arrange for maintenance of clinical equipment

• Maintain sanitation in treatment and surgery facilities

• Clinical record keeping in compliance with SOP, IACUC guidelines and applicable regulations.

2. Animal welfare enhancement

• Behavioral monitoring in all species

• Promoting the 3 R’s (Reduction, Refinement, Replacement)

3. Surgery and anesthesia

• Provide anesthesia and surgery support to all species on site

• Provide complete peri-operative care and support

4. Collaborative scientific efforts

• Project participation and level 1-3 technical support such as dose administration, blood and tissue collection, vascular access port maintenance

Qualifications

• RVT as required by the state of employment
• LATG preferred.

Work Experience: 

• Experience providing hands on clinical care to rodents. Working knowledge of regulations related to the use of animals in research. A minimum 2-4 years of experience.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, calendar management and Internet Explorer required and ability to use on line systems such as time tracking and document management. (e.g. SharePoint, Activity Tracker). Knowledge and use of other systems based upon job function may be required.

Additional Information

For more information, please contact

Sneha Shrivastava

(973) 967-3348

Morristown, NJ 07960