Veterinary Technician I

Davita Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. seeks a Veterinary Technician I to provide essential care for research animals at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio. Employees will assist in surgical procedures, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and maintain inventory for animal care. This role requires a degree in veterinary technology or a GED combined with relevant experience, along with necessary certifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician degree or equivalent experience required.
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification preferred.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures and health surveillance of animals.
• Conduct daily inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain records and assist with the maintenance of inventory.

Skills

Knowledge of basic science principles

Ability to use hands effectively

Complying with health and safety requirements

Maintaining certification in Basic Life Support

Education

Veterinary Technician degree or High School Diploma/GED plus two years' related experience

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification

Job description

Overview

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Veterinary Technician I who is responsible for providing the daily care of research animals and assisting with research projects as directed by the Principal Investigator and/or supervisor. First of three levels of Veterinary Technicians.

This position will be in support of the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) at Fort Sam Houston. NAMRU-SA is a major research and development center whose mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research, to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. Its purpose is to provide non-personal support services to NAMRU-SA. Performance will include intramural research and development (R&D) support services for four (4) scientific directorates and their respective departments: Directed Energy Health Effects Directorate (DEHE), Combat Casualty Care and Operational Medicine Directorate (CCC&OM), Craniofacial Health and Restorative Medicine Directorate (CH&RM), and Research Services Directorate (RSD).

This effort primarily entails investigative studies which involve planning, coordinating, designing, and executing experimental protocols that meet both directorate-level research objectives and the command mission.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Veterinary Technician degree or High School Diploma/GED plus two (2) years' related experience.
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic science principles and math.

• Ability to use hands effectively to perform surgical preparations.

• Complies with the Institute's occupational health and safety requirements and can perform work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening.
• All staff required to enter the labs shall 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.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a laboratory environment.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.