Lead Veterinary Technician – Small Animal Care & Research

Priority One Services; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority One Services is seeking a Veterinary Technician III-Small Animal Supervisor to oversee daily rounds, health examinations of sick animals, and coordination of facility service requests. The role requires strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and care of small laboratory animals, with leadership responsibilities in assigned areas.

The incumbent will train and execute technical procedures, assist with surveillance programs, and ensure accurate documentation, safety, and compliance

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and at least one of: AA degree in Veterinary Technology, LAT, or LATG certification.
• Preferred experience working with animals in biomedical research or companion animal practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead veterinary technician in assigned areas.
• Coordinate care and communication with veterinarians, researchers, and staff.
• Provide veterinary care and health observations for research animals as directed.
• Record drug administration and maintain logs.
• Monitor and operate ICU equipment and telemetry systems.
• Assist in animal handling and examination procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of animal care activities.
• Coordinate schedules between researchers and management.
• Support experimental planning and logistics as needed.
• Identify safety or welfare concerns related to animal use.
• Support AAALAC accreditation maintenance and compliance.

Skills

Animal handling

English proficiency

Lab animal care

Team coordination

Education

AA degree in Veterinary Technology

LAT certification

LATG certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Priority One Services is seeking a Veterinary Technician III-Small Animal Supervisor to oversee daily rounds, health examinations of sick animals, and coordination of facility service requests. The role requires strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and care of small laboratory animals, with leadership responsibilities in assigned areas.

The incumbent will train and execute technical procedures, assist with surveillance programs, and ensure accurate documentation, safety, and compliance