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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.
$43,409 / year median in Pennsylvania
+28% projected growth
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Veterinary Technician - 26005176
Pittsburgh, PA
25 Aug 2026
22866216
Summary
Pittsburgh, PA
In-Person
Competitive Salary
1 Years Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time
Description
Veterinary Technician DLAR-Surgical Research Facility - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005176) The individual will serve as a Veterinary Technician within the Division of Laboratory and Animal Resources (DLAR).
The individual will:
??? assist DLAR veterinarians with the provision of veterinary medical care and maintenance of animal colony health, ??? provide animal study support and perform animal technical procedures under the direction of a veterinarian, and ??? periodically provide animal husbandry and care or cage wash support to meet the operational needs of the facility. The preferred candidate will have a college degree in animal science or a similar biological science, certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), completion of an
AVMA CVTEA
accredited veterinary technician program and have a licensed, certified, or registered veterinary technician status. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail, interpersonal communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
The position requires ability to:
work some weekends, evenings, and holidays, travel to multiple buildings in a timely manner, pass criminal, Drug Enforcement Act (DEA[AC2.1]) and social background checks, and possibly obtain Child Protection Clearances and/or Select Agent Clearances, and successfully enrollment in the University of Pittsburgh Animal Exposure Surveillance Program, and other medical surveillance/immunization programs, as dictated by the current research activities. Vaccination and/or TB testing may berequired. Job Summary Provides support to veterinarians, fellow technicians, and researchers to provide laboratory animal care and research support, daily monitoring of animal well-being, and cleaning and maintenance of clinical areas. Assists with procedures, provides surgical and anesthesia support, triages cases, performs medical imaging, administers medications, and other various related duties. Maintains documentation and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations. Orders and maintains supply inventory. Essential Functions The employee must be able to: ??? Performveterinary technician skills and procedures, ??? Have sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to recognize and identify normal and abnormal species-specific clinical appearances and behavior patterns, perform veterinary technical procedures (including euthanasia), safely handle and restrain animals, and operate and maintain facility equipment View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PI286614974 / 29-2056.00
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