Lead Veterinary Technician III — Animal Care & Research

Priority One Services, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority One Services, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician III to support daily rounds, health exams, and care for laboratory animals under supervision in Bethesda, MD. The role involves coordinating facility service requests and applying veterinary terminology with precision.

The candidate must have a high school diploma and either an AA degree in Veterinary Technology, LAT certification, or applicable animal-care experience, with LATG eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and an AA degree in Veterinary Technology or LAT certification, or relevant animal-care experience.
• Eligible to take LATG certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Veterinary Medical terminology and small laboratory animal care.

Responsibilities

• Lead veterinary technician in assigned areas.
• Communicate with veterinarians, researchers, and staff on animal care.
• Provide routine veterinary care and health observations for research animals.
• Calculate and record drug dosages and maintain logs in clinical records.
• Operate and monitor intensive care equipment and environmental controls.
• Assist in experimental planning and scheduling with researchers.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and adherence to AAALAC standards.
• Coordinate work schedules and cross-training with staff.

Skills

Handling and animal care

English communication

Animal facility experience

PC skills (Word, Excel)

Education

AA degree in Veterinary Technology

AALAS LAT certification

LATG eligibility or experience

Job description

Priority One Services, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician III to support daily rounds, health exams, and care for laboratory animals under supervision in Bethesda, MD. The role involves coordinating facility service requests and applying veterinary terminology with precision.

The candidate must have a high school diploma and either an AA degree in Veterinary Technology, LAT certification, or applicable animal-care experience, with LATG eligibility preferred.