Veterinary Technician I/II (Blacksburg, VA)

United Therapeutics Corporation; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k & ESPP

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Job summary

United Therapeutics Corporation is seeking a Veterinary Technician I/II for its Blacksburg, VA transplant facility. The role supports anesthesia, surgical procedures, and post-operative care, with emphasis on animal welfare, recordkeeping, and facility operations.

The position is onsite, rewards careful data collection and adherence to SOPs, and requires AVMA-accredited education with large animal experience. Weekend/holiday hours may be required as part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program degree.
• Experience in large animal care and handling.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours when applicable.
• Strong recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of animal welfare regulations and related regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia during transplant and other surgical procedures under supervision.
• Provide surgical assistance in experimental procedures under guidance and supervision.
• Perform routine animal care and operational support activities within the transplant facility independently.
• Assist with CT imaging setup and scans under supervision, following radiation safety protocols.
• Collect, store, ship, and maintain inventory records for research animal samples.
• Coordinate animal transfers to and from the transplant facility.
• Assist with maintenance activities for transplant facility equipment and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Follow SOPs, forms, and quality assurance standards and assist with reviews and revisions.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of the swine research facility.
• Provide support for research activities and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Large animal care experience

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia support

Recordkeeping & documentation

Data collection

Communication & organization

Microsoft Office proficiency

Biosecurity & safety

Education

AVMA-accredited associate degree in veterinary technology

Bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology (AVMA-accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Job description

The job details are as follows:

Who We Are

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).

The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

Who You Are

Do you want to make an impact through exceptional animal care and hands-on research support? As a Veterinary Technician I/II, you will play an important role in the daily care and well-being of research animals while supporting anesthesia, surgical procedures, and post-operative care. You will also contribute to animal welfare through feeding and health monitoring, maintain medical equipment, and help ensure accurate facility records. This role is ideal for a veterinary professional who values high-quality animal care, teamwork, and meaningful research.

• Assist with administering animal anesthesia during transplant and other surgical procedures under supervision, adjusting ventilation and medical treatments based on measured hemodynamic parameters and surgeon guidance
• Provide surgical assistance in experimental surgical procedures under guidance and supervision
• Perform routine animal care and operational support activities within the transplant facility independently
• Assist with setting up CT imaging equipment, perform animal CT scans under supervision, and follow radiation safety protocols
• Collect, store, ship, and maintain inventory records for research animal samples under general supervision
• Coordinate animal transfers to and from the transplant facility
• Assist with maintenance activities for transplant facility equipment, including coordinating preventive maintenance scheduling with service representatives
• Follow SOPs, forms, and quality assurance standards and assist with reviews and revisions under guidance
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of the swine research facility
• Provide support for research activities and perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in veterinary technology from a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or
• Education and Experience requirements for Veterinary Technician I level:
  • 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with an associate degree, or
  • 1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with a bachelor's degree
  • 1+ years of experience in facility and equipment maintenance
  • 1+ years of experience in data collection and record keeping
• For Veterinary Technician II level:
  • 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with an associate degree, or
  • 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with a bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of experience running anesthesia during large animal surgeries
  • 2+ years of experience in animal research and recordkeeping
• Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours when applicable
• Working knowledge of animal husbandry, including animal nutrition, care, and safety
• Working knowledge of animal research regulations, including the Animal Welfare Act and applicable USDA, FDA, and DEA requirements
• Working knowledge of data collection, documentation, and recordkeeping practices
• Strong recordkeeping and documentation skills
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Working knowledge of facility operations and maintenance
• Ability to coordinate routine operational activities and follow through on assigned responsibilities
• Ability to maintain biosecurity requirements, including avoiding contact with pigs outside of company operations

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology from a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Job Location

This position is located 100% onsite at our Blacksburg, VA facility.

The salary range for the Veterinary Technician I position is $30.05/hr - $31.73/hr, and the salary range for the Veterinary Technician II position is $30.77/hr - $36.06/hr and reflects our good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs, as well as other factors permitted by law at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future based on company and market factors.

At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.