Laboratory Veterinary Technician – Research & Surgical Support

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Instructional Support Technician / Veterinary Technician to provide clinical and technical support for animals in research facilities. The role includes daily animal health assessments, surgical and anesthesia support, and ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will work under the Veterinary Technician Supervisor and facility veterinarian, collaborating with researchers and animal care staff to maintain

Qualifikationen

• Certified veterinary technician or equivalent experience in research settings.
• Experience with animal care, welfare, and monitoring.
• Knowledge of IACUC processes and USDA guidelines.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends on rotation.

Aufgaben

• Conduct vivarium rounds and document animal health, welfare, and behavior.
• Identify animals needing veterinary attention and coordinate follow-up care.
• Administer prescribed treatments and assist with diagnostic testing.
• Assist with rodent health surveillance, census, and enrichment monitoring.
• Provide and document animal enrichment and manage exemptions per IACUC protocols.
• Prepare operating rooms and surgical packs for procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia administration and intra/postoperative care.
• Maintain records for clinical, surgical, and veterinary activities.

Kenntnisse

Veterinary clinical care

Animal welfare monitoring

Surgical assistance

Team collaboration

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Anesthesia monitoring

Jobbeschreibung

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Instructional Support Technician / Veterinary Technician to provide clinical and technical support for animals in research facilities. The role includes daily animal health assessments, surgical and anesthesia support, and ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will work under the Veterinary Technician Supervisor and facility veterinarian, collaborating with researchers and animal care staff to maintain