Animal Surgery Support Technician - Hands-On Care

Inotiv, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 30 days

Full-time role

Job summary

Inotiv, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to join a mission-driven team. Starting at $18.80/hour, this full-time role supports animal surgery, care, and welfare with records and facility hygiene priorities.

You will assist with anesthesia, prep, post-operative care, and inventory while maintaining safety and biosecurity standards. Weekend/holiday rotation and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Lab or animal care experience preferred.
• A genuine desire to work with and care for animals every day.
• Interest in animal surgery and biomedical research.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness and organizational skills.
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays on rotation as well as overtime as needed.
• Comfort following written and verbal instructions in English.
• Adherence to the company domestic pet policy and biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and feeding for animals, ensuring health and welfare standards are met.
• Assist with surgery prep and support—prepare instruments, sterilize equipment, calibration of equipment, transfer and weigh animals and maintain accurate records.
• Help coordinate and fulfill customer orders; includes selection, packaging and confirming accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records for feeding, cleaning and care of animals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant surgical and facility environment; requires general housekeeping duties.
• Monitor supply levels and assist with inventory control.
• Support anesthesia, surgical prep, and post-operative animal care.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and documentation tasks.
• Contribute to a culture of respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Animal care

Attention to detail

Team player

English comprehension

Physical stamina

Basic math

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Inotiv, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Surgical Support Technician to join a mission-driven team. Starting at $18.80/hour, this full-time role supports animal surgery, care, and welfare with records and facility hygiene priorities.

You will assist with anesthesia, prep, post-operative care, and inventory while maintaining safety and biosecurity standards. Weekend/holiday rotation and benefits apply.