Veterinary Research Technician
- MADISON, WI, United States
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:University Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Veterinary Technician III Job Summary: Are you looking for a challenging new position? Do you have experience as a Veterinary Technician? This position provides veterinary care to research animals in the UW-Madison research animal program. The veterinary research technician assists veterinarians in restraint, examination, and medical and surgical treatment of sick and injured animals. Veterinary research technicians observe the health and welfare of research animals and document observations and treatments in appropriate records. The veterinary research technician will use multiple electronic methods of communicating with laboratory and veterinary staff and documenting treatments. They will also prepare and administer oral, topical and injectable medications (including anesthetic agents) as directed by the veterinarians. This position may assist or initiate preparation of animals for medical, surgical, diagnostic and research procedures, monitor animals during anesthesia, and provide post-operative care. The veterinary research technician performs multiple methods of euthanasia on multiple species. This position may also train lab staff in the management of chronic medical conditions of genetically modified mice, such as dermatitis and dental problems, by teaching them to do certain treatments to improve the welfare of the animals. This position is considered essential personnel and is 100% onsite. Key Job Responsibilities: Maintains surgical support facilities in sanitized, well-stocked, and in orderly manner; and ensures that preventative maintenance of equipment is performed Prepares, completes, monitors, and documents complex technical animal care procedures and work unit activities, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity Schedules and performs routine testing and vaccinations on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulated animals Assists in... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/342E2BC3FBD84569