Vet Tech I — Lab Animal Health & Care

Charles River Laboratories; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Reno, NV is seeking a Veterinary Technician I to support veterinarians with documentation, triage, and management of laboratory animal health cases in a Safety Assessment environment. You will perform daily health observations, environmental enrichment, and handling with a focus on regulatory-compliant medical records and treatment administration.

The role requires AVMA-accredited veterinary technology training, 0–2 years of relevant experience, and certification

Qualifications

• Graduate of AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• 0-2 years related experience with animals in a pre-clinical laboratory or clinical setting.
• I-T license or VTIT; certification must be obtained within 12–18 months or substantially completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in documentation and triage of animal health cases.
• Assess and follow up on animal health concerns.
• Generate and maintain animal treatment records and follow-up schedules.
• Perform radiographs and ensure proficient animal restraint techniques.
• Monitor critical care animals and participate in colony management.

Skills

Documentation

Triage

Animal handling

Radiography

Education

AVMA-accredited vet tech program

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Reno, NV is seeking a Veterinary Technician I to support veterinarians with documentation, triage, and management of laboratory animal health cases in a Safety Assessment environment. You will perform daily health observations, environmental enrichment, and handling with a focus on regulatory-compliant medical records and treatment administration.

The role requires AVMA-accredited veterinary technology training, 0–2 years of relevant experience, and certification