Veterinary Technician

To work with the veterinary clinical faculty, veterinary residents, and other licensed veterinary technicians to provide and help coordinate the medical care of research animals within the Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM); to serve as a liaison between the veterinary clinicians and research laboratory personnel; and to maintain complete and accurate medical records. Technicians work independently so they can manage their own daily workloadThe department provides benefits in addition to the starting salary in the form of comprehensive medical insurance, dental coverage, retirement matching, life insurance, disability benefits, and other support and benefits that can be reviewed at benefits.umich.edu

Duties:

Assisting in the implementation and coordination all ULAM veterinary medical care protocols concerning maintenance of animal health as well as prevention and treatment of disease in laboratory animals. This often will involve communication with scientists and staff within the University of Michigan research laboratories.

Providing direct assistance to the veterinary clinical faculty and veterinary residents in the diagnosis and treatment of diseaseMaintaining animal records to ensure compliance with regulatory agency guidelinesAttending and actively participating in team meetings and other departmental committees. Training laboratory personnel in proper animal handling and restraint, as well as various medical techniques Working equally with other licensed veterinary technician team members to provide consistent care for all animals on weekends and holidaysOpportunity for collaborating with clinical veterinarians on projects and publicationsAssociates degree in animal health technology.1-3 years of experience Must have an active Veterinary Technical license in the United States and has passed the VTNE exam and be licensed in Michigan within 6 months of hire. Ability to work independently as needed while still working courteously and effectively with others. Ability and willingness to work with many species including but not limited to mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, cats, sheep, pigs, cattle and nonhuman primates. Significant experience related to animal handling, methods of blood collection and drug administration, radiology, and anesthesiology. Basic computer skills (word-processing, spreadsheets, and e-mails).