Veterinarian Technician III

Kapili Services, LLC; Town of Texas, San Antonio (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing government service provider as a Veterinarian Technician III, where you will play a crucial role in supporting animal research and surgical procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of animal species, ensuring their health and well-being through strict biosafety practices and compliance standards. You will coordinate with research scientists and oversee junior staff, making a significant impact in a collaborative environment. Enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401K plan with company match. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful research.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Qualifications

• LATG certification and Veterinary Technician degree or equivalent experience required.
• Maintain current certification in BLS, CPR, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surgical procedures and maintain animal health surveillance.
• Oversee junior contract personnel and coordinate research activities.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety standards and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Animal handling

Surgical procedures

Biosafety practices

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Inventory management

Education

Veterinary Technician degree

Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Veterinarian Technician III to provide research support administration services for our government customer in San Antonio, TX.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct and support surgical procedure, operating room maintenance, animal disease prevention and health surveillance, appropriate animal housing, and record keeping, insuring specific pathogen-free techniques.
• Daily handling and restraint of various small and large animal species.
• Maintain biosafety practices, sterile equipment, pest control, quality assurance procedures and record keeping.
• Conduct daily and weekly inspections or areas of contractor responsibility to ensure compliance with standards.
• Assist in preparation of purchase requests for animal procurement and coordination of shipping procedures.
• Assist in preparation of purchase requests and assist with maintenance of inventory of supplies. All ordering is conducted by a government employee.
• Coordinate animal research work activities between contractor Research Scientist, animal care staff, and research laboratory technicians.
• Oversee the work of junior level contract personnel.
• Set up, operate, modify and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification and Veterinary Technician degree or High School Diploma/GED plus five (5) years' related experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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