8,821 Small Animal Practice jobs in the United States

• Under general supervision, assists the veterinarian in the medical care of the animal collection including all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates housed at the OdySea Aquarium.
• Works closely with the animal care staff and aquarists for medical updates, treatments and diagnostics.
• Assist in the maintenance of medical records, participating in quarantine procedures and preventative health programs.
• Proficiency in assisting with diagnostic testing.
• Establishes and implements standard operating procedures, stressing the highest quality of care in regard to animal care and health.
• Conducts chemical and cytological analyses of fluids and biological samples such as water, blood, feces and urine to determine normal or abnormal levels. Prepares biological specimens for shipment.
• Researches and investigates problems with clinical laboratory procedures and makes or recommends modifications and corrections as appropriate.
• Performs cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment, and hospital/procedure areas.
• Dispenses and administers medications, treatments and vaccinations to animals as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Orients, mentors and teaches clinical diagnostic, treatment and laboratory methods. procedures and techniques to staff as appropriate.
• Supervises, evaluates and develops staff and ensures effective and ongoing medical training of staff.
• In conjunction with laboratory staff manages inventory for the laboratory and medical areas.
• Maintains personal and professional development.
• Maintains confidentiality of information received at all times.
• Maintains excellent cross functional team leadership and participation skills.
• Performs other related duties required by veterinarian to maintain and operate the Animal Health Department safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to work nights, holidays, weekends and long hours as demanded by the operation.

• Veterinary Technology/Technician degree from an AVMA accredited program.
• Minimum of 3 years of veterinary technical experience, with at least 1-2 years of experience working with exotic/zoo/marine animals (aquatic animal experience preferred).
• Ability to independently perform complex, advanced clinical procedures with veterinarian oversight as needed.
• Knowledge of computer programs of basic word processing, spreadsheets, and internet database access.
• Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards and follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to analyze, verify and manipulate clinical and/or laboratory data to maintain accurate results.
• Ability to identify and evaluate clinical testing problems, and to provide corrective measures.
• Demonstrate a strong dedication to furthering one's knowledge about the animal collection and overall operation.
• Positive attitude and the ability to work with a large, diverse group of employees, volunteers, etc.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug testing and background investigation.
• Allergies related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work, must be controlled by medications or protective equipment.
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, as well as walk.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, or crawl.
• Required to frequently talk and hear.
• No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work.
• Specific vision requirement for this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Must be able to take directional cues directly or indirectly.
• Ability to work in an environment that may be loud at times.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including occasional extreme hot or cold, and wet and/or humid conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

A level I pharmacy technician works under close supervision of the pharmacist to dispense prescription drug products to end-users. This position is categorized as compliance critical and, as such, requires and is assigned responsibility for ensuring continual compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Location: 2450 MidPoint Drive Edwardsville, KS 66111

Work/Shift Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm CST

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Retrieves and labels prescription drug products.
• Totes prescription orders following pharmacist verification in preparation of product shipment.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by organizing, restocking medications and pharmacy supplies in designated locations.
• Ensures work environment is kept tidy and organized in accordance with pharmacy standards.
• Maintains licensure necessary for employment in accordance with state and federal requirements OR is eligible for participation in an approved technician-in-training program.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and ascending and descending stairs as a requirement to effectively retrieve and process prescription orders.
• Effectively communicates with customers.
• May access, input, and retrieve information from pharmacy computers.
• Assists pharmacist with the retrieval of information to perform patient consultations.
• Refers veterinarian and customer medical inquiries to the pharmacist.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the layout of the pharmacy/building and location of drug products.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic warehouse processes for safety and order filling.
• Exhibits proficiency when in use of RF scanner to pick products and complete associated tasks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates correct identification of MOT (Mode of Transportation) of orders and appropriate sorting of pick tickets based on MOT
• Demonstrates an understanding of navigating bin locations within the warehouse.
• Correctly stages orders on the pharmacy countertop.
• Understands the process for matching processed summary sheets with picked orders.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate labeling technique and sets orders in organized fashion for pharmacist final verification.
• Understands how to determine an order has been checked by a pharmacist.
• Can correctly assess MOT to complete the toting process.
• Able to demonstrate where to deliver toted orders for packing and shipping based on MOT.
• Able to demonstrate, identify and separate pharmacy prescription only orders from pharmacy prescription/warehouse OTC combined orders - Understands the process for combining the orders.
• Able to demonstrate how to answer the intercom phone system, identify self as a pharmacy technician, transfer a call, and take a call on hold.
• Exhibits scheduling availability consistent with the needs of the business, which may include working beyond scheduled hours to ensure all orders are completed daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED completed
• National Pharmacy Technician certification is required in states where mandated by the Pharmacy Board and preferred in states where it is not mandated
• Must be unrestricted and either licensed or registered in the resident state as required, OR eligible for participation and completion within six months of hire in an approved employer technician training program to obtain the State Board Pharmacy Technician license to continue employment if applicable
• One or more years of related pharmacy experience is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of pharmacy operations
• Working knowledge of pharmaceutical industry and drug distribution practices
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service
• Business and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective interpersonal skills to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving skills to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management skills
• Organized, with the ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy
• Meticulous attention to detail

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

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For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced?Animal Health Technician II to join our?Insourcing Solutions?team located in Carlsbad, CA.

As the?Animal Health Technician II, you will be responsible for leading daily operations of cage wash areas and general vivarium support. Responsibilities may also include coordinating activities of other cage wash technicians and/or oversight for key aspect(s) of the operational program as delegated. You may also provide general and specialized husbandry and/or provide investigator technical support as assigned under moderate supervision.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Performs and ensures daily cage wash operations, including sanitizing equipment, staffing, training, and preventive maintenance in a multi-species animal research facility.

• Support of non-cage wash vivarium areas (including rack sanitation, PPE/supply stations and waste management).

• Ensures compliance and documentation with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines.

• Identify process inefficiencies, streamline processes, and proactively develop solutions to operational issues.

• Maintain effective and efficient cage wash team operations.

• Continuously support vivarium management in maintaining compliance with all internal (IACUC) and any external regulatory agencies as well as AAALAC International accreditation.

• Perform animal husbandry duties to maintain quality and health of research animals, to include: perform daily water bottle /automatic water line and cage checks; provide appropriate food and water; perform cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required; record animal health concerns per SOP and/or specified protocols.

Job Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related discipline and 1 year related experience or CVT/LVT/RVT certification and 1 year related research husbandry and technical experience OR High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years related research husbandry and technical experience required.

• Certification/Licensure: AALAS certification at the ALAT level/CALAS required.

The pay range for this position is $ an hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic science knowledge demonstrated by previous scientific coursework, and/or prior work experience in a scientific setting. Basic understanding of the drug development process.

• Ability to demonstrate strong teamwork orientation; oral and written communication skills; attention to detail, organization, achieves work goals with minimum daily oversight, and superior customer service focus. Must demonstrate accountability and ethics in performance of daily responsibilities.

• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and exhibit interpersonal skills that are conducive to effective communication and that contribute to a congenial work environment. Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with clients, customers, coworkers, and supervisors.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English.

• Computer literacy in word processing and database record keeping helpful.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required move about inside the facility, communicate and operate a computer. The employee is routinely required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up 100 pounds with assistance.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.

Work Environment:

• Work in a busy research environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and risk of electrical shock.

• Work with animal species including rodents, rabbits and/or dogs with risk of exposure to animal allergens, zoonotic disease, and biohazards.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required in areas where noise levels rise in excess of 85 decibels.

• Normally 40 hours per week. Required to participate in weekend husbandry coverage on a rotational basis and work occasional later hours upon client approval to complete essential duties.

About Insourcing Solutions

Charles River Insourcing Solutions? can streamline research by delivering operational and cost efficiencies through the strategic insourcing of GMP, GLP and non-GLP research services from discovery through safety assessment. Insourcing Solutions? provides you with the ability to maintain control of your facility and expertise while leveraging available space.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We're committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Animal Health Technician II to join our Insourcing Solutions team located in Carlsbad, CA.

As the Animal Health Technician II , you will be responsible for leading daily operations of cage wash areas and general vivarium support. Responsibilities may also include coordinating activities of other cage wash technicians and/or oversight for key aspect(s) of the operational program as delegated. You may also provide general and specialized husbandry and/or provide investigator technical support as assigned under moderate supervision.

Additional responsibilities include:

• • Performs and ensures daily cage wash operations, including sanitizing equipment, staffing, training, and preventive maintenance in a multi-species animal research facility.
  • Support of non-cage wash vivarium areas (including rack sanitation, PPE/supply stations and waste management).
  • Ensures compliance and documentation with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines.
  • Identify process inefficiencies, streamline processes, and proactively develop solutions to operational issues.
  • Maintain effective and efficient cage wash team operations.
  • Continuously support vivarium management in maintaining compliance with all internal (IACUC) and any external regulatory agencies as well as AAALAC International accreditation.
  • Perform animal husbandry duties to maintain quality and health of research animals, to include: perform daily water bottle /automatic water line and cage checks; provide appropriate food and water; perform cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required; record animal health concerns per SOP and/or specified protocols.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related discipline and 1 year related experience or CVT/LVT/RVT certification and 1 year related research husbandry and technical experience OR High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years related research husbandry and technical experience required.
• Certification/Licensure: AALAS certification at the ALAT level/CALAS required.

• Basic science knowledge demonstrated by previous scientific coursework, and/or prior work experience in a scientific setting. Basic understanding of the drug development process.
• Ability to demonstrate strong teamwork orientation; oral and written communication skills; attention to detail, organization, achieves work goals with minimum daily oversight, and superior customer service focus. Must demonstrate accountability and ethics in performance of daily responsibilities.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and exhibit interpersonal skills that are conducive to effective communication and that contribute to a congenial work environment. Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with clients, customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Computer literacy in word processing and database record keeping helpful.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required move about inside the facility, communicate and operate a computer. The employee is routinely required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up 100 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.

• Work in a busy research environment, which requires use of sharp objects, working around mechanical parts, working with or near known or unknown toxic or caustic chemicals and/or biological hazards, exposure to fumes and airborne particles.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and risk of electrical shock.
• Work with animal species including rodents, rabbits and/or dogs with risk of exposure to animal allergens, zoonotic disease, and biohazards.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required in areas where noise levels rise in excess of 85 decibels.
• Normally 40 hours per week. Required to participate in weekend husbandry coverage on a rotational basis and work occasional later hours upon client approval to complete essential duties.

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs - Animal Health
Location: Rahway, NJ - Onsite from day 1
Pay Rate: $42/hr
Duration: 11 Months

We are inviting applications for the role of CMC 2 Regulatory affairs.
Responsibilities:
• Well versed in performing CMC compliance activities including Gap Analysis; assessment for Annex 3 comparative table with reference EU Member States
• Manage execution / authoring and review of CMC documentation (Module 1 , 2 and 3 / Part II ) for life cycle management - post-approval supplements, baseline dossiers, annual reports, registration renewals, response to health authority questions, assessment reports and Expert reports
• Experience in reviewing of CMC quality documents like Product development report, process validation, method validation, stability data, finished product specification as per guideline.
• Knowledge on relevant regulatory guidelines VICH guideline, USP, EU, ICH guidelines and relevant applications.
• Ph. Eur requirements for veterinary products and guidance (not limited to QRD veterinary template, guideline on SPCs for antimicrobials, MRL etc.)
• Lead development and execution of global product and project regulatory, strategy(ies) for assigned Veterinary products in accordance with global regulations and guidance.
• Review of artworks / labelling, SmPC and pack insert.
• Comparison of CPCs (Critical Pharmaceutical Characteristics), Prepare and submit a proposal of a harmonised SPC.
• Evaluation and Assessment of change control and develop a plan with timeline to implement the same.
• Knowledge and experience on reviewing the DMF and assessment of Drug substance related changes, gap analysis and authoring of corresponding variation packages.
• Hands on experience on authoring CMC documentation for worldwide marketing of Veterinary products for initial registration and life-cycle management.
• Planning the project by understanding the client needs, managing project deliverables and providing solutions in real time.
• Work with cross-functional teams to track and follow up outstanding documentation, coordinate on project status & reporting to stakeholders
• Deliver all regulatory milestones as per agreed SLAs with clients
• Identify, communicate and escalate potential regulatory issues / risks and propose mitigation.

Qualifications we seek in you!
• Experience should be 4 to 7 years
• Bachelor's or master's degree required in science, engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Proven and relevant regulatory affairs experience in pharmaceutical, vaccine, or biological products; or related fields
• Knowledge and hands on experience on Animal Health CMC
• Marketing authorization experience.
• Proven Project Management experience

Position Description:

Under the direction of others, serve on teams of primary caregivers who maintain and promote the health and well-being of research animals by providing comprehensive husbandry, basic medical care, and facility support services to facilitate successful achievement of the BRC's mission in alignment with the BRC's vision and values and in a manner consistent with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Primary Functions

• Perform daily observations of animals and their environment to assess their health status and detect abnormal conditions. Document and report findings consistent with established procedures. Administer prescribed treatments and other interventions, which may include animal euthanasia. Maintain relevant records.
• Perform essential, daily animal care to include cleaning animal enclosures, providing clean caging, bedding, and enrichment, and supplying feed and water.
• Handle and restrain animals as needed by using appropriate techniques to allow for the care and research to be performed in a safe and humane manner.
• Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors, and support areas using appropriate techniques per standard operating procedures. Operate rack washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, vacuum bedding disposal system, autoclaves, and floor cleaning machines. Empty garbage dumpster and operate trash compactor. Properly package waste materials to be sent for incineration.
• Receive incoming animal shipments and distribute animals into assigned rooms.
  • Monitor environment and/or machinery and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards. Maintain records by collecting and recording data to facilitate management of the facility.
  • Cross-train in all areas of the facility.
    • Assist with the receipt, stocking, and maintenance of supply inventories.
    • Maintain routine recordkeeping of such items as environmental conditions, animal inventory, and daily husbandry activities.
    • Participate in unit/department education to become more knowledgeable in research animal science.
    • Assist in providing on-going compliance with policy and procedures and provide feedback in the development of policies and procedures. Actively participate in continuous improvement. Assist with special projects under the direction of others as needed.
      • Assist with on-the job training of less experienced AHTs under the direction of others as needed.
      • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Willingness to work hard and be open to learning new tasks. Ability to work productively in a cooperative team setting. Exhibits personal accountability in completion of tasks. Excellent communication skills. Ability to closely follow established procedures. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, problem solving, accuracy and attentiveness to detail required. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and mobile device operation. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Compassion, patience, and endurance.

Preferred Schedule:

Full time, 40 hours per week, scheduled weekends and daily overtime as needed required

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma

Minimum Required Experience: Six months

Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher

Preferred Experience: Previous animal handling

Field: Science or veterinary related

Certification: Assistant Lab Animal Technician (ALAT) certification at time of hire is preferred

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Physical Requirements

Work requires movement of feed, bedding, cages, and other equipment. Requires regular pushing, pulling and lifting of heavy objects. Must climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch, and stand or walk continuously. Must be able to manipulate equipment using both hands. Perceive attributes of objects such as size and shape using fingers and hands. Many repetitive motions are required, including wrist rotations, stoops, body turns, reaching overhead and lifts.

Risk Potential

Frequent exposure to hazards such as dust, fumes, or extreme temperatures, airborne or blood borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, or animal allergens. Possibility of exposure to bites, scratches, and zoonotic diseases. May be required to work in areas where biohazards or radioactive substances are used.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. Must have sufficient visual acuity to perform activities such as repeated close visual inspection involving observing small defects and objects, minor physical changes in animals, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, and operation of machinery.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, acids, odors, loud noises, heat, humidity, and wet surfaces is to be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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Department: Ctr for Comparative Medicine
Salary/Grade: NEX/14

Job Summary:

Performs daily health monitoring, minor surgery, clinical care, and enrichment for laboratory animals. Manages the rodent sentinel program and provides training to CCM and research personnel. Coordinates scheduling for coverage area.

Please note : Must be able to lift 20 to 25 lbs. Must be able to work a shift schedule that includes working both Saturdays and Sundays, possibly a staggered work schedule, occasional overtime and holidays as required. Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English in order to read signage and to read and update animal health records. Work space may be small, non-private and close to other work stations where noise level can be high. This position requires the individual to be available to work on either the Chicago and Evanston campuses as coverage needs dictate.

Must be enrolled in the university's occupational health program which entails filling out a health questionnaire. The health questionnaire is submitted to the university's occupational health provider for review. Must be willing to undergo job-related background check.

Specific Responsibilities :

Surgical Support

• Performs minor surgeries and assists the clinical veterinarians or other qualified individuals with surgical procedures. Prepares sterile instrument packs and prepares surgical suite animals for aseptic surgery. Administers anesthetic agents, intravenous fluids, and monitors anesthesia and post-surgical recovery. Submits surgery billing statements to CCM business office on a monthly basis for recharge to investigators (essential function for cost recovery).

Clinical Rounds

• Performs daily rounds to triage new animal health reports and monitor ongoing clinical cases. Communicates with veterinary staff and laboratory personnel to notify and update regarding the status of clinical cases. Performs physical examinations, make treatment recommendations, performs treatments, and consults with clinical veterinarians regarding health reports.

Environmental Enrichment

• Ensures that environmental and social enrichment is provided to the laboratory animals. Facilitates training of a variety of research animals (NHPs, pigs, cats) in various areas (clicker training, etc.). Orders and prepares enrichment supplies. Observes and oversees pair and group housing.

Colony Health Sentinel Program

• Coordinates the rodent colony health monitoring program (Sentinel Program) and incoming rodent quarantine program. Responsibilities include scheduling of quarterly and quarantine sentinel shipments with the diagnostic laboratory, ordering of replacement sentinels and review of the testing results.

Drugs, Supplies and Testing

• Dispenses non-controlled drugs and supplies form the CCM pharmacy to laboratory personnel. Performs periodic inventories of drugs, supplies, assay kits and instruments. Prepares and submits animals or specimens (blood, tissue, feces) for testing at diagnostic laboratories as determined necessary by the clinical veterinarians.

Teaching/Training

• Trains animal care staff, laboratory personnel and interns in proper animal restraint, barrier technique and asepsis. Trains laboratory personnel, interns, and AHTs in technical procedures such as intravenous injections, blood collection, intubation, catheterization, etc.

Regulatory

• Remains current with all regulations pertaining to laboratory animals including the Guide, Animal Welfare Act, etc. Maintains technical familiarity with a wide range of clinical and experimental procedures for a variety of laboratory animal species. Participates in various staff meetings, staff training and continuing professional education. Becomes familiar with relevant Animal Study Protocols and meets with investigators and laboratory personnel to discuss research needs and animal health concerns.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a college level curriculum in veterinary technology requiring a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association OR completion of a 4-year degree in animal science, biology, veterinary science, zoology or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience as an animal health technician in laboratory animal medicine OR 5 years' experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician in a veterinary medical facility and
• AALAS certified ALAT or equivalent combination of relevant work or education experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to type and have working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and e-mail software.
• Lab animal care

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year experience in a laboratory animal research facility
• Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Research at the LAT level
• Current state board licensure in veterinary technology in at least one state
• Experience in animal research

Target hiring range for this position will be between $28.00-$34.00 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at to learn more.

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Description

Summary

The Veterinary Technician, Mid-shift ICU is the primary caretaker for all Intensive Care Unit patients in the Companion Animal Clinic. The skilled technician requires a high degree of independent judgment when delivering critical care to ICU patients. This position reports directly to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor at the Companion Animal Clinic. The hours for the Veterinary Technician Mid-shift ICU position are typically between 12:00pm-10:30pm – Monday through Thursday but may change depending on clinic needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Admit patients to the Intensive Care Unit for hospitalization utilizing electronic records and treatment sheets

• Monitor physical conditions, wounds, and medical diseases of hospitalized patients including pain assessments, ensuring patients remain in stable condition

• Provide basic life support and advanced life support to critical care patients

• Assist with emergency medical care for critical patients under supervision of the attending veterinarian

• Use independent judgement to determine appropriate medical care to stabilize patients when attending veterinarian is not present

• Set up equipment and supplies correctly for hospitalization, treatments, and procedures

• Act as the primary care giver for ICU patients during the mid shift by completing the following duties under limited supervision:

• Take and record TPR at frequent intervals

• Complete calculations for proper dilutions of medications and fluid therapy management including opioids and other controlled drugs

• Administer medications and fluid therapy in accordance with timed treatments

• Restrain animals in a humane manner to minimize pain and stress

• Assist with anesthesia administration and monitoring

• Responsible for radiography, venipuncture, catheter placement and bandage changes

• Feed and exercise hospitalized animals as directed

• Work with veterinary students to create accurate hospitalization and treatment forms and estimates

• Ensure correct charges are entered in practice management software daily

• Assist veterinarians in running of routine and emergency lab samples

• Communicate with the veterinarian on duty and veterinary students on medical cases

• Recordkeeping - Adding appropriate patient notes into electronic medical record.

• Follow protocols in working with patients with infectious diseases

• Be the advocate for all patients in the Intensive Care Unit

• Discharge patients from the clinic

• Assist in instructional support of students in conjunction with the faculty during discussions and treatments

• Process laundry/linen as needed to always assure adequate and neat supply

• Maintain equipment and inventory in the department

• Must treat all employees, students, and clients with a high level of respect and follow customer service guidelines and protocols.

• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and must have regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Qualifications

• The position requires strict compliance with all policies and procedures.

• This position requires a significant amount of interaction with the public and many internal customers and, therefore, the individual must be able to develop positive rapport effectively.

• Must be capable of working in an animal healthcare environment which typically involves sick and injured animals along with animal products and wastes including feces, urine, blood, vomit, and other body fluids. Must be willing and able to handle and/or transport deceased animals and animal parts as well as collect and transfer bio-hazardous waste.

• Must exhibit good customer service skills.

• Other duties as assigned

General Knowledge

• Know the range of services the practice provides and the species it serves.

• Be reasonably familiar with breeds and coat colors.

• Follow OSHA standards. Be able to find Safety Data Sheets quickly.

• Know and use standard medical and business abbreviations.

• Use proper medical terminology and spelling when speaking and writing.

• Be familiar with infectious diseases, including their prevention and steps to reduce or eliminate transmission. Know the most common zoonotic diseases (infections from animals to humans).

Education and/or Experience High School diploma or GED is required. Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in an animal hospital or veterinary clinic setting. CVT certification from the State of Arizona is preferred. At least 2 years of experience in an ICU or emergency setting is required for individuals who work the mid shift. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with fluid therapy management. This position requires working in a team environment with a high focus on patient care. Detail oriented with the ability to promote a teaching atmosphere is essential.

Computer Skills The individual must have the ability to learn the StringSoft Veterinary Management system, and have basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit for long periods. The employee must regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and walk. Have the physical strength and ability to stand for long periods, and be able to regularly lift pets and objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Animal allergies statement: No inhibiting allergies to animals, hay, or dust.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. ) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

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