Job Summary:
Provides technical expertise in veterinary anesthesia, aseptic surgical support, pre- and post-operative care, and veterinary clinical/laboratory services. Supports research and husbandry operations using established procedures and appropriate equipment in environments up to an Animal Biological Safety Level 3 (ABSL-3) facility. Must be able to obtain and maintain DOJ clearance.
Essential Job Functions:
Operates and monitors anesthetic vaporizers and patient monitoring equipment to support safe anesthesia administration during veterinary procedures. Provides pre-operative and post-operative care for veterinary in daily veterinary rounds and animal health assessments. Administers veterinary treatments as directed. Collects biological samples and performs diagnostic testing. Prepares, cleans, and organizes operating rooms and surgical packs. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots medical and surgical equipment. Performs radiographic imaging and processing. Maintains accurate surgical, veterinary, and regulatory records. Provides technical support for research activities. Assists in developing and delivering training on specialized techniques required to support research programs. Demonstrates knowledge of biohazard safety and containment procedures. Monitors facility operations, including safety, security, and maintenance standards in high-containment environments. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as SOPs related to humane animal care and use. Follows internal departmental controls and procedures. Maintains professional, effective working relationships with colleagues, leadership, and visitors.
Required Education / Experience:
Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program; or Completion of Military Occupational Specialty (MOS 68T – Animal Care Specialist); or RVT, CVT, or LVT certification (or eligibility with certification required within one year of hire); or Four (4) years of related experience with emphasis on veterinary technician skills.
Equipment:
Laboratory animal science equipment used in a multi-species research facility.
Diagnostic and surgical instruments.
Familiar with vaporizer and monitoring equipment.
Standard office equipment.
Working Environment / Location of Position:
Animal research facility environment up to ABSL-3 containment level. Frequent exposure to animal allergens (hair, dander).Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, biohazards, radiation, and research materials that may pose risks, including to fetal health. OtherThis position may be designated as security sensitive in accordance with Section 51.215 of the Texas Education Code.*This is a contract position through UTMB Healthcare Systems Staffing (the in-house staffing agency for UTMB). There are no benefits associated with this position, with the exception of the 401k retirement plan offered through HCSS.
