Surgery Technician I

NORTHERN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH dbaNorthernB•Muskegon, MI

17d

About The Position

The Surgical Technician I provides surgical support services, including animal preparation, note-taking, anesthesia monitoring, study setup, surgical record review, and helping surgical staff complete studies in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner. The role involves working primarily in a laboratory environment, with approximately 15% of time in an office setting and 85% in the laboratory. The position includes exposure to animal pathogens, chemicals, animal tissues, and zoonotic organisms, as well as wearing personal protective equipment such as N95 masks and respirators. The schedule may extend beyond typical work hours, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts with short notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office core applications and ability to learn and use additional applications.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Self-motivation.
Teamwork.
Coachability.
Begin the application process for SRA certification within 2 years of hire.
Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, carry up to 40 lbs for up to 50 feet, push or pull with up to 75 lbs of force, reach, grip or pinch, stand, and ascend ladders without restriction.
Ability to spend most of the day standing or walking.
Ability to work beyond typical work schedules, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts with short notice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in animal or life sciences with a minimum of 6 months’ experience.
SRA or ALAT certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with operation and maintenance of surgical equipment.
Stock standard surgical supplies.
Sterilize and prepare surgical suites, equipment, and tools.
Maintain surgical sanitation and aseptic technique, including surgical-site preparation.
Calculate and administer drugs by eye drops, topical, subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular, and intraperitoneal routes, and perform catheter placement.
Use anesthesia machines; monitor anesthesia, assess depth, monitor patients, and monitor vital signs.
Perform intubation and extubation, induction of anesthesia, and ventilation.
Collect paper and electronic data, including detailed observations and notes, and review data.
Handle common laboratory species.
Assist with or perform humane euthanasia procedures as necessary.
Manage waste, including proper disposal of biohazard materials and chemicals.
Perform other duties as assigned.