Veterinary Technician - Center for Discovery & Innovation

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Center for Discovery and Innovation Animal Facility. The role supports researchers by performing routine health care procedures, animal health evaluations, and veterinary treatments, while maintaining accurate records and compliance with USDA and SOPs.

Strong attention to detail, ability to work weekends/holidays, and a commitment to animal welfare are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree. Minimum two years of relevant experience.
• Mandatory weekend/holiday coverage.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine health care procedures and conduct animal health evaluations as needed so that all animals are seen at least weekly.
• Evaluate animals within assigned area or as assigned and report abnormal findings to the Attending Veterinarian and Operations Manager.
• Provide necessary treatment as directed by the veterinarian.
• Communicate findings and plan with the responsible researcher and building husbandry supervisor.
• Document animal health abnormalities, diagnostic plan, diagnosis, treatment plan, and treatments.
• Provide veterinary technical support to researchers as per the protocol including but not limited to: euthanasia, necropsy, tissue harvest, weaning, injections, tail cutting and colony management.
• Assist in training courses on the safe and humane handling, restraint and manipulation of research animals.

Skills

Two years exp

Weekend coverage

Education

Associate degree

LVT/CVT or Bachelor in Animal Sciences

AALAS LAT or Bachelor in Animal Sciences

Job description

Overview

The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 39 labs, 200+ scientists and allied personnel supported by 78 NIH and DoD grants and more than 87 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology and pharmacology.

Overview

The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 39 labs, 200+ scientists and allied personnel supported by 78 NIH and DoD grants and more than 87 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology and pharmacology. The Veterinary Technician will provide care for research animals and general technical assistance to the veterinary staff and researchers at the Animal Facility at the Center for Discovery and Innovation, HMH.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine health care procedures and conduct animal health evaluations as needed so that all animals are seen at least weekly.
• Evaluate animals within assigned area or as assigned and report abnormal findings to the Attending Veterinarian and Operations Manager.
• Provide necessary treatment as directed by the veterinarian.
• Communicate findings and plan with the responsible researcher and building husbandry supervisor.
• Document animal health abnormalities, diagnostic plan, diagnosis, treatment plan, and treatments.
• Provide veterinary technical support to researchers as per the protocol including but not limited to: euthanasia, necropsy, tissue harvest, weaning, injections, tail cutting and colony management.
• Assist in training courses on the safe and humane handling, restraint and manipulation of research animals.
• Administer the sentinel animal/colony health monitoring program and collect the necessary samples for sentinel testing.
• Maintain an inventory of technical and medical equipment and supplies, maintain and order supplies, keep records of annual equipment services.
• Maintain USDA records.
• Dispense Controlled/ non-controlled drugs and maintained drug records.
• Responsible for Post Approval Monitoring (PAM), Compliance Rounds and ATP testing.
• Responsible for maintaining the isoflurane machines. Maintain the cleanliness of all prep/procedure rooms and surgical areas; assist with development of standard operating procedures and guidelines; operate and use equipment and supplies according to SOP's to ensure proper bio security and safety.
• Husbandry duties as needed.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

• Associates degree.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience.
• Mandatory weekend/holiday coverage.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Associates degree.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience.
• Mandatory weekend/holiday coverage.

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience.

Licenses And Certifications Required

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences.
• AALAS certification as a Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or Bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences.

Compensation

Minimum rate of $21.73 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

Job Duties

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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