Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This is an opportunity to use your veterinary technical skills to support cutting-edge biomedical research. This position will focus on the health and psychological well-being of non-rodent laboratory animals. In addition to being skilled at anesthesia monitoring, routine health monitoring of animals, and maintenance and cleaning of anesthesia and surgical equipment, the candidate should be motivated and engaged in providing environmental enrichment and positive reinforcement training for laboratory animals.

Conducts daily rounds to monitor health and provide surgical support and medical treatment for multiple species of laboratory animals. Clearly documents and communicates findings about animal health. Prepares animals for surgery and monitors anesthesia during surgery. Collects biological samples from animals and administers treatments under the supervision of veterinary staff. Performs weekend rounds on a rotational basis with other veterinary technicians to triage health issues in multiple species. Conducts work according to departmental SOPs, Institutional Animal Care and Use (IACUC) policies, and the regulations of the Animal Welfare Act and the Public Health Service.

Job Description

This position requires rotational work on weekends and holidays.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently conducts daily rounds (including weekends) and examines, evaluates, treats and documents health issues and their related service charges in research animals.
• Prepares animals for surgery including calculating and administering doses of drugs, anesthetizing, intubating, preparing and draping and monitoring vital signs.
• Monitors and documents the psychological well-being of animals and provides environmental enrichment.
• Prepares, maintains and cleans surgical suite and anesthesia equipment in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Under the direction of the Training Coordinator, provides hands-on training to other veterinary and husbandry technicians and to research staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• LVT, associate degree and two years of experience plus LAT.
• Ability to handle animals.
• Proficiency at in veterinary techniques including animal anesthesia, surgical preparation, blood collection, and dosing.
• Ability to comprehend written and spoken terms used in a biomedical research environment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow SOPs as well as verbal and written instructions from veterinary, supervisory, and research staff.
• Ability to verbally or via e-mail communicate potential or suspected medical issues to appropriate personnel as well as making concise descriptive notations in animal medical records. 
• Commitment to maintain the highest standards for animal welfare.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in veterinary or animal science.
• LVT (licensed veterinary technician).

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$16.24 - $27.63 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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