Veterinary Technician I - Research Animal Care

SoBran-Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SoBran-Inc in Virginia seeks a Veterinary Technician to support contract operations at our facility. You will perform daily health checks, assist veterinarians, maintain records, and help manage inventory and regulatory compliance with DEA/OSHA standards.

Requirements include an A.A./B.S. with veterinary training, LAT/CVT or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend shifts and on-site work are required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• A.A. in Veterinary Technology or B.S. in Biology, Animal Science or related discipline and LAT certification or LVT, CVT, or equivalent training or experience preferred.
• After hire must complete training for Research Technician.
• Understands and follows all SOP's and Quality Assurance Standards.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills required.
• Team player and able to develop and maintain good working relationships. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.; bend, push, pull, stoop, climb and stand for a prolonged period.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily animal health checks and reports any abnormal animal conditions.
• Assists the veterinarian with examinations and procedures; notifies emergencies promptly.
• Communicate regularly with Facility Manager and Attending Veterinarian about medical cases.
• Develop and maintain an effective relationship with all staff.
• Calculates drug dosages and provides treatments as directed.
• Maintains medical records accurately and files all closed records.
• Operates and maintains equipment used in the facility and procedures.
• Maintains inventory of drugs, supplies, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong communications

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Minimal supervision

Education

A.A. in Veterinary Technology

B.S. in Biology/Animal Science

LAT/CVT or equivalent training

Job description

SoBran-Inc in Virginia seeks a Veterinary Technician to support contract operations at our facility. You will perform daily health checks, assist veterinarians, maintain records, and help manage inventory and regulatory compliance with DEA/OSHA standards.

Requirements include an A.A./B.S. with veterinary training, LAT/CVT or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend shifts and on-site work are required; training is provided.