Veterinary Technician (Rodent)

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Veterinary Technician I for our GEMS: Breed Departmen t located in Wilmington, MA. The Veterinary Technician will assist veterinary staff in the monitoring, documentation and triage of all laboratory animal health cases. May also perform technical in-vivo procedures.

• Great benefits including medical/dental/vision/401K/paid time off and much more.
• Onsite gym.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist veterinary staff in the monitoring, documentation and triage of all animal health cases noted by animal husbandry and/or veterinary staff.
• Perform routine veterinary technical skills including:
  • Administration of various therapeutic measures by IV, IM, SQ, topical, oral routes, etc.
  • Nail//teeth clipping/trimming.
  • Venipuncture techniques.
  • Vaginal, anal or oral swabs.
  • Proficient animal restraint
  • Monitor critical care animals
  • Perform euthanasia
• Perform animal follow-up observations or new findings as required.
• Monitor animal health, visually, and by following detailed schedules.
• Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups.
• Maintain appropriate medical records for each animal in accordance with study and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in maintaining accurate record keeping procedures for the veterinary department.
• Maintain and follow complex procedures to ensure appropriate animal health and treatment.
• Assist in providing leadership, animal health training, and guidance to other personnel.
• Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e., drugs and supplies).
• Assist in organizing and maintaining the vet exam rooms.
• May be responsible for tissue sampling, routine animal manipulations and administration of fluids or other treatments as required.
• May perform routine technical and husbandry functions (general housekeeping) on studies and must adhere to safety procedures.
• Assist in surgery and peri-surgery care, e.g. provide and monitor anesthesia, prepare surgical packs, administer supportive therapy.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) in a Vet Tech accredited program and/or a minimum 1 year of related experience.
• Associate’s Degree (A.A./A.S.) in a Vet Tech accredited program and/or a minimum of 1-2 years of related experience.

In addition:

• Graduate of a collegiate veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Training Activities or equivalent program in veterinary technology preferred.
• AALAS Certification at the ALAT or higher level preferred; ALAT certification is required within 18-24 months
• Competent with using a tablet computer for data entry and communication (emails, IM’s, etc)
  The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must possess a high level of initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proficient in computers (IE: MS Office Suite)
• Competent with using a tablet computer for data entry and communication (emails, IM’s, etc)

The hourly pay rate for this position is $22.50. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

About Research Models & Services
Fundamental to basic research and discovery is the use of in vivo models to help identify disease targets and determine potential biological pathways that regulate the condition. As the world’s leader in the production and distribution of the highest quality research animal, with 1 out of 2 animal models produced for preclinical research globally, we understand the importance of this step. With seven decades of experience, our expertise is unmatched, allowing us to provide you with the perfect model, including disease-specific and preconditioned options, for basic research and beyond.

About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.

We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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