Surgical Veterinary Technician II

3 weeks ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Charles River Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Surgical Veterinary Technician II to join our Insourcing Solutions team in Boston, MA.

As a Surgical Veterinary Technician II, you will work closely with the Veterinarian to perform daily health assessments of the USDA covered species in the Surgical Services Program and perform technical functions such as daily observations, diagnostic testing, administering of meds and health exams of sick animals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Receive new animals, generate records, and do initial health assessments.
  • Provide anesthesia support to all surgical cases, including placement of IV catheters, intubation, and administration of anesthetic agents as well as operates a ventilator and provides full anesthetic support during procedures.
  • Provide recovery support for post-op animals to include recording vital signs.
  • Provide support for the research staff, e.g., animal handling and restraint, blood and other tissue sample collection, injections, and treatments.
  • Place arterial and venous central lines, either percutaneously or by surgical cut down and need to have general knowledge of Arterial and Venous Blood Gas, CBC, and Chemistry profile interpretation.
  • Prepare the OR for cases, as well as maintain equipment and ensure it is in proper working order.
  • Coordinate and process orders for animal medications (drugs, anesthetics, analgesics, etc.), document distribution of same, and provide guidance on recordkeeping requirements.
  • Prepare and submit written reports, monthly billing summaries (drug orders) charts, logs and inventories as requested.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in animal science or equivalent field.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience preferred in veterinary technology.
  • AALAS certification at the ALAT; LAT level is preferred.
  • Veterinary Technician licensure of CVT or LVT is preferred.
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.

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 supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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