Veterinary Surgical & Clinical Support Tech. (Research Animal Resources)
Core
Provide anesthesia, clinical, and surgical support for large animal research protocols and veterinary care, including monitoring, intubation, and post-operative care.
Role type
Veterinary Surgical & Clinical Support Technician (Research Animal Resources)
Builds
Research protocols and clinical care for large animal species
Domain
Biomedical research / Veterinary medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Anesthesia induction and monitoring, Endotracheal intubation, Catheterization, Drug calculation, Surgical assistance, Animal restraint and positioning, Equipment maintenance (ventilators, radiography), Record keeping
Preferred skills
Registered Veterinary Technician license, Registered Laboratory Animal Technician certification, Bachelor's in Animal Science
Technologies
Mechanical ventilators, Radiography machines, ECG, Cautery, Autoclaves, Syringe pumps
Responsibilities
Administer medications and perform sedation; Assist veterinarians during surgeries; Maintain operating room and recovery facilities; Train staff on technical procedures; Maintain clinical animal records and controlled substance logs.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC