Veterinary Technician I — Lab Animal Care & Anesthesia

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 46,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Baylor College of Medicine Center for Comparative Medicine seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our on-site team in Houston, TX. You will provide veterinary care, monitor health, and assist with anesthesia and daily records for laboratory animals.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in a related field; ALAT certification within one year of hire and no experience required. This position is not visa-sponsored and BCM is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field; experience may substitute.
No experience required.
Certified ALAT by AALAS; certification must be obtained within one year of hire or promotion.

Responsibilities

Provides veterinary care to all BCM animals.
Performs daily rounds, health checks, and treatments under the guidance of veterinarians.
Maintains health and treatment records in written and electronic form.
Maintains daily treatment, anesthetic, drug logs and inventory records.
Provides research support including injections, blood collection, anesthesia, postoperative care as directed by veterinarian.
Cleans, prepares, packs, and sterilizes surgical instruments/equipment.
Maintains veterinary equipment such as gas anesthesia machines and digital radiography.
Performs other job related duties as assigned.