Research Veterinary Technician (VT) II

Cleveland Clinic

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Research Veterinary Technician II, you will monitor and care for the health and well-being of research animals while supporting veterinary procedures, surgical services, and training initiatives within Veterinary Services. In this role, you will contribute to foundational pre-clinical research that advances scientific discoveries and helps improve patient care worldwide. A caregiver in this role works days from 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (flexible start/end times) with on-call requirements, and one weekend shift every six weeks.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a Veterinary Technician program
Licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician (VT) in state in which employed
Two years of experience with demonstrated competence as a licensed Veterinary Technician
Ability to understand and follow detailed scientific or medical instructions given by investigators and/or veterinarians
Computer literacy, good interpersonal skills to work and communicate with all levels of department and research personnel
Flexibility to ensure all animal care responsibilities are completed, supporting a 7-day-per-week, 365-day-per-year operation that may include weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Perform all duties of Research VT I.
Train animal husbandry, veterinary services and research personnel to perform proper animal handling, evaluations and techniques.
May perform the duties of an Animal Surgery Technician and assist Veterinarians and investigators by performing special surgical, medical or experimental techniques or procedures.
Assist the Veterinarians with the Sentinel Health Monitoring Program and work with minimal supervision on Veterinary Services programs and projects.
Other duties as assigned.