Job Description

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Veterinary Technician, (prefer RVT) at a Research Facility.

• part-time or full-time and the intention is to hire this person as the Vivarium Manager
• Temporary, 6+months, possibility to convert
• Location: Mountain View, CA
• Wage: $35/hour DOE with potential flex

We’re seeking a certified Veterinary Technician who will coordinate and perform clinical and surgical procedures on all species housed in the vivarium. The Veterinary Technician (prefer RVT) has specialized skills related to husbandry in specialized populations of animal models, including rodent species, rabbits, and pigs.. This person will work with the Attending Veterinarian and

Director of Operations.

• Ensures conditions vital to the well-being of animals are continuously met in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act as implemented through the United States Department of Agriculture regulations and for federally funded research, the U.S. Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
• Ensures that proper environmental conditions (temperatures, humidity, light levels, airflow, ventilation, pest treatment) are always met and safety signage (with IACUC and EHS guidance) is posted and up to date.
• Ensures that all animals are provided feed, water, enrichment, bedding and clean cages, according to their individual care requirements and in respect of the research
• Manages the per diem records, and procurement and inventory control of all feed, bedding, gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide), staff supplies, & equipment
• Ensures that animals are healthy by observing animals daily for signs of illness or disease, testing for parasites, and coordinating necessary care with the Attending Veterinarian and Director of Operations
• Maintains required facility records, including daily inspection logs, health records, protocols, censuses, and facility records, in computer databases and paper files
• Monitors experiments to ensure research study protocols are being followed and notify the Attending Veterinarian, Director of Operations, and IACUC if deviations are noted
• Performs various routine procedures such as blood withdrawal via various routes, substance dosing via various routes, intubation, IVT catheter installation in rodents, rabbits, and pigs, anesthesia etc.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed by Attending Veterinarian and Director of Operations
• May work outside of regular schedule when necessary

Qualifications:

• Must be a veterinary technician, certified by an organization accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or an experienced animal care technician who can perform routine animal procedures as described above
• Experience working with laboratory animals and conducting routine animal procedures, including blood draws, intubation, anesthesia, and IV catheters in rodent species, rabbits, and pigs
• Experience with rodent breeding colonies
• Ability to monitor and maintain colony health.
• Experience with regulatory compliance requirements
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment
• Available to work holidays and weekends when required
• Ability to maintain digital and physical databases

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