Senior Veterinary Technician, Operating Room Operations – Xenotransplantation

United Therapeutics • Blacksburg, VA

14d

About The Position

This role will coordinate daily operations in the OR, ensuring efficient case flow, maintaining a safe and sterile environment, and providing hands-on clinical support to circulator and/or scrub for procedures as needed, maintaining sterile technique and supporting the surgical team. This person will serve as the go-to expert for all responsibilities listed above and will help train staff at their home facility as well as travel to other DPFs to support training and standardization across sites.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in veterinary science, nursing or related discipline
• 6+ years of experience in related perioperative care with demonstrated leadership of OR operations with an Associate Degree or 4+ years of experience in related perioperative care with demonstrated leadership of OR operations with a Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of experience in an operating room setting
• Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for human operating rooms
• Working knowledge and understanding of operating room processes and management
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to mentor and support new team members, fostering a culture of teamwork, safety, and accountability
• Proven record of academic and clinical productivity
• Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company
• Physical demand: Lift 75 lbs to waist level
• Physical demand: Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary science, nursing or related discipline

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with site specific personnel and provide oversight as directed by Director on all aspects of the operating rooms (ordering/maintaining supplies and equipment, maintaining sanitization, managing setup of operating rooms for surgeries, preparing/cleaning surgical tools/equipment, participating in surgical procedures on the PD anesthesia team)
• Assist surgeons(s) with all elements of operative procedures, such as setup, and post-operative animal care (i.e. examining animals, checking vitals, monitoring animals under PD anesthesia)
• Provide assistance with post-op procedures including imaging, biopsies, bronchoscopy, tissue procurement and management of cardiopulmonary functions
• Assist PD anesthesia providers with induction, positioning, airway management, IV placement, and monitoring setup as required
• Ensure all necessary PD supplies, instruments, and medications are available and prepared in advance of procedures
• Ensure adherence to infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory standards
• Travel to other DPF locations as needed to provide training and support for OR staff, ensuring consistency in protocols, quality standards, and team development across all sites
• Collaborate with the OR Coordinator to ensure the operating room is fully stocked and prepared with necessary PD supplies, instruments, and equipment for daily procedures

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.
• For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree