Laboratory Technician II - Per Diem
About The Position
The Laboratory Technician II - Per Diem role is a part-time position responsible for preparing the laboratory environment for professional education courses, coordinating with course coordinators, and performing technical laboratory procedures. This includes animal research anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care, as well as handling tissue samples and models. The technician will also assist with inventory, equipment maintenance, data storage, and ensuring compliance with DEA regulations for controlled substances. Operation of various laboratory equipment, including radiographic and instrument processing equipment, is also a key responsibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor's of Science Degree required or its equivalent in experience.
- 2 year experience in veterinary medicine, research, medical education, or healthcare field required.
- Demonstrated ability to manage animal anesthesia, surgical equipment, practice radiology safely, and provide excellent customer service to clients.
Nice To Haves
- RVT/LVT, AALAS certification
- Prior experience with surgery or anesthesia
Responsibilities
- Prepares laboratory environment for professional education courses as outlined by course coordinator and laboratory leadership.
- Coordinates on site with course coordinator to ensure the laboratory environment best suits their needs.
- Communicates any requested changes to leadership and other teammates.
- Conducts technical laboratory procedures and animal research anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care to a high level.
- Assists other technicians with complex procedures.
- Receives, prepares, positions, and performs disposition of all tissue samples and models.
- Assists in the monitoring of research laboratory inventory and equipment and taking appropriate actions.
- Assist in maintaining the storage of research data and tissue records.
- Follows all DEA regulations related to the receipt, storage, use, destruction, and disposal of controlled substances.
- Operates all equipment and devices necessary for the performance of research procedures including radiographic and instrument processing equipment.
- Assists other technicians in operating equipment.
- Assists in the maintenance of the physical environment.
- Performs all necessary surgical procedures, data collection and storage for all GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) research studies.
Benefits
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
