Veterinary Technician I
Company: Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Location: La Jolla
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionSUMMARY:
The Veterinary Technician I supports the Animal Resources
Department with the provision of routine health care for a variety
of laboratory animal species. Performs approved veterinary
technician procedures and diagnostic testing with or without direct
supervision. May provide laboratory animal training and technical
expertise to ARD and researchers. Assists with regular maintenance
of supplies, instruments, and equipment
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitors & observes animal health care daily; administers
medications/treatments as needed and/or as directed.
- Communicates with investigators on health status and animal
colony updates.
- Performs regular health checks of animals, as well as routine
health surveillance in sentinel animals which can include in-house
diagnostic tests and collection/preparation of samples for outside
diagnostic testing.
- Maintains clinical records on animals under veterinary
care.
- Assists with semi-annual physicals/tb tests on NHP; as well as
assists the Veterinarians with surgeries and follow-up veterinary
care.
- Performs humane euthanasia as needed and/or as
directed.
- Performs routine clinical procedures and in-house diagnostic
tests which can include animal restraint, handling, examinations,
blood and tissue collection, as well as collecting and preparing
samples on a variety of laboratory animal species.
- Prepares, formulates, calculates, administers and documents
therapeutic regimens prescribed by veterinarians.
- May provide research study support, assisting investigators
with blood and tissue sampling and animal dosing.
- Assists in maintaining veterinary supplies, equipment,
organization and cleanliness of procedure rooms.
- Assists veterinarians with procedures as directed, which may
include necropsies.
- May provide training in laboratory animal science and Salk
IACUC mandatory training requirements.
- Performs general administrative duties, which can include
assisting with ARD inventory and drug usage records, as well as
filing, maintaining lab reports, and documentation for maintaining
regulatory compliance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required: Minimum one (1) year animal experience and/or RVT
training through schooling
- Required: Graduation from AVMA or State of California approved
animal health technician program and eligible to sit for
VTNE.
- Required: basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft
Office and Google Suite
- Preferred: One (1) year of experience in a laboratory/clinical
veterinary animal facility or research facility, proficiency in
anesthesia, animal husbandry, handling and restraint, blood
sampling, injections and administering medications.
- Preferred: AALAS certification of ALAT or higher, RVT (or
CVT/LVT).
- Must be able to work overtime and holidays as needed.
- Must be able to work assigned schedule of 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
with any of these shifts; Monday - Friday/ Sunday-Thursday/
Tuesday-Saturday or Wednesday-Sunday.
SALK VALUES:
- Integrity - Guides our moral compass and underpins our every
action. We do what is right in all situations for no other reason
than because it is right. We uphold honesty and ethical behavior
and make good on our commitments. We understand that words and
deeds matter and that integrity leads to trust.
- Community - Enables us to harness the power of our collective
talents. We work together towards common goals. We recognize the
importance of diversity where everyone's ideas, identities,
backgrounds, and perspectives are valued and pave the paths that
propel us forward. We understand our pioneering role in the broader
scientific community and take pride in our efforts to have a
positive impact on the world.
- Accountability - Keeps us focused, and keeps us honest. We are
responsible not only for our own success, but the success of our
teams and the entire Institute. We consider how the actions we take
and the decisions we make in our own work may impact
others.
- Respect - Creates the foundation of trust and brings out the
best in us all. We value the experiences, identities, and feelings
of those we work with, regardless of their position or their
relationship to us. We provide feedback in a constructive manner,
use appropriate language, and allow others to share their thoughts
and ideas without fear of ridicule.
- Empowerment - Amplifies all voices and inspires the pursuit of
greatness. We lift each other up, enabling us to grow continuously
and live to our fullest potential. We support the expression of
ideas, encourage self-advocacy, inspire confidence and recognize
that an environment of mutual respect is critical to our collective
success.
COMPENTENCIES:
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time;
Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at
meetings and appointments on time.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management
direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments;
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;
Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an
alternate plan.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not
blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without
interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others'
ideas and tries new things.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports
potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials
properly.
- Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits
sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for
decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process;
Makes timely decisions.
- Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires
and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences
actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives
appropriate recognition to others.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for
ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve
performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures;
Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports
organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through
outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects
diversity.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in
positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may
be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with
specific animals or animal populations as required by research
needs including but not limited to:
- TB Testing/Clearance (every 12 months / once a year)
- Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination)
- Tetanus (vaccination
- Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination)
- Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination)
- Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit
test)
- Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health &
Safety standards
- Post offer physical which may include respirator fit test
The expected pay range for this position is $21.15-$25.00 per hour.
Salk Institute provides pay ranges representing its good faith
estimate of what the institute reasonably expects to pay for a
position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable
jobs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequently required to stand
- Frequently required to walk
- Frequently required to sit
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger
dexterity
- Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or
crawl
- Continually required to talk or hear
- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions
(non-weather)
- Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts
- Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic
chemicals
- Frequently exposed to extreme heat or cold
(non-weather)
- Frequently exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or
infectious materials
- While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the
work environment is usually moderate
- The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 30
pounds / frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds / continually
lift and/or move up to 5 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close
vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth
perception and ability to adjust focus
The Salk Institute is an internationally renowned research
institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek
bold and interactive leaders passionate about exploring new
frontiers in science. Our collaborative community embraces diverse
perspectives and unique life experiences, fostering innovation, and
a sense of belonging. Together, we strive to improve the wellbeing
of humanity through groundbreaking research.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and is committed to providing equal access to
opportunities for students, employees, applicants for employment
and other visitors. Salk has also adopted and maintains a policy to
encourage professional and respectful workplace behavior and
prevent discriminatory and harassing conduct in our workplace.
Accordingly, the Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination
in employment on the basis of, and considers all qualified
applicants for employment without regard to, actual or perceived
race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress
and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship,
physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer
and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status,
age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or
related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender
expression, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status
(disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, other covered
veteran status), political affiliation, and any other status
protected by state or federal law.
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