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North American Science Associates LLC (Minneapolis Lab)

Veterinary Surgical Technician (Contractor)

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What they do

A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.

$39,899 / year median in Minnesota

+26% projected growth

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Job Description

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. Come and work for an organization with the: 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.
Compensation Target:
Job Description:
Prepares surgical and cath lab suites for procedures, including setting up instruments and stocking study-specific supplies. Monitors anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical interventional procedures. Administers medications intra-procedure. Performs euthanasia. Collects laboratory samples, such as blood and urine, and processes them for analysis. Assists with specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy and 3D imaging, etc. in support of procedures. Provides customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests. Prepares and maintains surgical instruments through washing, drying and proper storage. Assembles surgical packs and processes sterile packs via autoclave or ethylene oxide. Operates, cleans and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave and other surgical equipment routinely utilized. Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing and re-stocking cath labs, operating rooms, and the general storeroom as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Technical Competencies:
Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline or Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology required. 0-2 years related work experience. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification preferred. Knowledge of research animal physiology, pharmacology and general animal care preferred..
Salary range:
23-26/hr
Working Conditions:
The compensation grade range for this position is: -
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. NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company. NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.