Preparation/Recovery Technician

North American Science Associates LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

NAMSA is hiring a Veterinary Technician to monitor animals in the immediate post-operative phase and assist with surgical preparation. The role involves anesthesia calculations, induction, intubation, IV placement, monitoring, and medication administration within a regulated lab setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a CVT or ALAT certification (preferred) and a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field or AS Vet Tech degree. This is an on-site position in Minneapolis, offering hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• CVT or ALAT certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline or AS Vet Tech required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors animals during post-operative recovery (TPR, auscultation, pain assessment, wound care).
• Prepares animals for surgery (anesthesia calculations, induction, intubation, IV access).
• Performs and documents monitoring, medication administration, and lab work.
• Dispenses medications per veterinarian protocol.
• Loads and processes lab samples (blood, feces, urine).
• Communicates status with veterinary staff and study directors.
• Operates and maintains anesthesia machines, autoclave, and surgical equipment.
• Keeps prep/recovery areas clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Post-operative monitoring

Surgical assistance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline

Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology

Tools

Gas anesthesia machines

Autoclave

Job description

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.

We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Come and work for an organization with the:

Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the

Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core

Values:

• - Act with integrity in everything we do.
• - Provide best-in-class customer experiences.
• - Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.
• - Respond with agility and provide timely results.
• - Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.

Compensation Target:

$23.00

Job Description:

• Monitors animals during the initial post-operative critical recovery phase during the first day immediately following surgery, including performing TPRs (temp, pulse, respiration), auscultation of the heart and lungs, assessing pain of animals at incision sites, changing wound dressings, and administering medications.
• Prepares animals for surgery including anesthetic calculations, performing sedation and induction, intubation, IV catheter placement, monitoring anesthesia, specimen collections, and surgical site preparation.
• Performs and documents a variety of activities, including but not limited to monitoring and charting of physiological data during surgical prep and recovery, documentation of medication administration, etc.
• Dispenses medications as prescribed by veterinarian and/or protocol specifications.
• Collects necessary lab work such as blood, fecal and urine collection and processing, etc.
• Communicates with veterinary staff, supervisor, and study directors regarding medical status of animals and recovery process.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave and other surgical equipment routinely utilized.
• Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing surgical prep and recovery areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Technical Competencies:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline or Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology required.

Salary: $23-27/hr

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to, and must handle and come in contact with, a variety of large and small livestock, domestic and laboratory animals, as well as their blood and body fluids. The employee is frequently exposed to sharps, and gasses such as CO2 and isoflurane. The employee is occasionally exposed to fluoroscopy, required to work with in a Bio- Safety-Level 2 (BSL2) environment, wet conditions (non-weather), toxic or caustic chemicals, and zoonotic diseases, and on rare occasions is exposed to faxitron x-ray imaging.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud. Hearing protection is required in designated areas and when performing specific tasks.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp, hold and manipulate equipment with hands, stoop, crouch, and kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance. The employee may be required to view computer monitors and stand for extended periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to see a full range of colors, the ability to adjust focus, and exceptional spatial acuity and visual-kinesthetic coordination.

The compensation grade range for this position is:
$15.24 - $29.57
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Hourly

Please Note: Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company.

NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.