Veterinary Technician

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Veterinary Technician for the Office for Research. The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides veterinary anesthesia, surgical support, and clinical care for the University. Supports procedures involving a wide range of animal species and ensures compliance with regulatory standards governing controlled substance use, working in close collaboration with university veterinarians, the Veterinary Services Manager, and the Vice President. Performs as the lead technician on procedure days, assisting in surgeries, monitoring patients under anesthesia, preparing anesthesia dose sheets, maintaining operating suites for USDA-covered species, performing treatments, and carrying out diagnostic tasks typical of both veterinary clinical care and research environments. Performs training, observation, and monitoring of research personnel to uphold procedural standards. Performs a broad range of duties typical of both veterinary clinical care and research settings.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree preferably in veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or other related science and two years of experience in a laboratory or animal care facility or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience; or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited veterinary technician program with current certification as an RVT, LVT or CVT, plus two years of experience in a laboratory or animal care facility.

City:

New Brunswick State:

NJ Equipment Utilized:

Anesthesia machines; pulse oximeter; ventilator; glass bead sterilizers; autoclaves; ultrasonic instrument cleaner; euthanasia chamber; stethoscope; otoscope; glucometer; automated blood chemistry machines; ventilated mouse racks; metabolic cages; animal restrainers; laminar flow hoods; microscope; dissecting microscope; clinical refractometer; centrifuge and microcentrifuge; incubator; water bath; necropsy table; surgical staples; ear tag clamp; tattoo gun and needles; pipettes; eye wash; computer; fax machine/printer; laminator; hematocrit centrifuge

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs, twisting of upper trunk, repetitive and overhead lifting and reaching. The position requires the ability to stand or walk on hard surfaces for most of the workday. The environment includes potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, and the use of hazardous and restricted chemicals.

Special Conditions:

This position may require work after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.

Posting Number:

26ST1303