Licensed Veterinary Technician — Research Animal Care

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Paid annual leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Résumé du poste

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Division of Animal Resources. The successful candidate will provide clinical and technical support for the veterinary care program, assisting staff veterinarians and researchers in surgical or medical procedures and performing duties under veterinary supervision.

The role includes daily health rounds, maintaining health records, managing controlled substances, anesthesia administration

Qualifications

• Virginia Veterinary Technician license (active)
• Knowledge of administering medications and anesthesia
• Ability to monitor animal health and distress across species
• Experience with radiographic techniques and basic lab procedures
• Willingness to train researchers and staff and to participate in on‑call coverage

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical support for veterinary care, assisting staff veterinarians and research staff
• Perform daily health rounds and monitor animals for illness or distress
• Maintain animal health records and use observation systems for care recommendations
• Assist with anesthesia administration and troubleshoot equipment
• Lead small group training and veterinary observations
• Manage DAR spaces, including surgical suites, the pharmacy, and logs
• Participate in rotating on‑call weekend/holiday schedules
• Collaborate to ensure standards of care meet regulatory requirements

Connaissances

Animal handling

Anesthesia monitoring

Record keeping

Team training

Professional communication

Formation

Bachelor of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology

Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology

Outils

Radiography equipment

Laboratory instruments

Description du poste

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Division of Animal Resources. The successful candidate will provide clinical and technical support for the veterinary care program, assisting staff veterinarians and researchers in surgical or medical procedures and performing duties under veterinary supervision.

The role includes daily health rounds, maintaining health records, managing controlled substances, anesthesia administration