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SHIFT:Day (United States of America)
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A Brief Overview
Under the direction of the Animal Research Support Specialist Supervisor, assists DVR veterinarians and researchers in anesthesia, surgery, post-operative care, radiology, animal care and treatments. Observes animals and reports abnormalities, sickness and injury. Assists with diagnostic, preventative and research procedures. Under minimal supervision may perform minor surgical or other non-invasive procedures. Assists with colony management. May assist with data collection or reporting for designated aspects of research, animal care program or colony management. May participate in the environmental enrichment program. Maintains animal records and inventory as needed. Assists in capture and restraint of animals. Assists in training new veterinary and/or animal care technicians. Performs related responsibilities as required.
What you will do
Research Support
Advise investigators and program staff regarding procedural issues
Ensure necessary resources, supplies, animals and rooms are available for studies
Maintain surgical facilities
Collect and record experimental data for procedures
Provide anesthesia support, postoperative care and monitoring
Observe animals and report abnormalities, sickness, and injury
Maintains departmental medical records and inventory
Assist in diagnostic and preventive procedures or treatment of animals
Quality Assurance
Oversee the coordination of animal procurement and receiving to ensure receipt of only disease free animals
Conduct necropsies and collect biological samples for diagnostics to include parasitology, bacteriology, serology and histopathology
Ensure compliance with IACUC protocols
Training
Interpret relevant policies and procedures for incoming investigators and staff
Conduct training of research technicians, faculty, and Department of Veterinary Resources staff regarding utilization of research animals, as needed
Identify training needs of research technicians and faculty utilizing research animals
General Administrative
Assist with developing and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure accreditation and compliance with federal laws
Maintain detailed animal health and diagnostic test records
Maintain records in accordance with relevant agency guidelines to include the state of Pennsylvania, Public Health Service, the USDA, and AAALAC.
Other duties as assigned
Education Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED Required
Associate's Degree Veterinary Technology Preferred
Experience Qualifications
At least three (3) years veterinary technician experience Required and
At least one (1) year anesthesia/surgical support experience Required
At least five (5) years of veterinary technician experience Preferred and
At least three (3) years of anesthesia/surgical support experience Preferred and
Previous experience in a laboratory animal environment Preferred
Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
Ability to achieve project objectives on multiple, complex projects running simultaneously
Advanced knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to animal care/use in biomedical research
Licenses and Certifications
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) - upon hire - Preferred or
Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) - upon hire - Preferred or
Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) - upon hire - Preferred
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Preferred or
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - upon hire - Preferred
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.
Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.
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