Veterinary Technologist-Bone Marrow Transplantation and Cellular Therapy

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Memphis, TN

19h • Onsite

About The Position

A Veterinarian Technologist assesses animal health and provides timely treatments in a herd health style of medicine under the supervision of veterinarians. This position will administer treatments, collect samples, manage databases, and perform surgeries.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED with 4+ years of experience in a professional animal care facility (e.g. zoo, veterinary clinic, laboratory animal facility) OR Associate's degree in Lab Animal Science, Biology, Toxicology, or Agricultural with 2+ years experience OR Bachelor's degree and no prior industry experience.
• Prior experience within area preferred (e.g., animal handling and restraint; animal health monitoring; operation and sanitization/sterilization of equipment; sample collection).
• Some experience working with software tools to maintain documentation/records.
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine tasks/processes within area (e.g., Vet services: assessment of lab animal health cases, emergency health condition triaging; Research services: breeding colony maintenance, sample collection and processing,), with limited guidance.
• Perform assigned procedures within area (e.g., necropsy, euthanasia; PK/PD projects & surgical procedures) as applicable.
• Troubleshoot, report, and record any issues with equipment/processes within area.
• Monitor own delivery for compliance with overall guidelines and SOPs.
• Inform relevant stakeholders (e.g., researchers, veterinarians) of findings and unusual observations/occurrences in a timely manner.
• Maintain relevant documentation (e.g., medical records, process logs, files, billing reports) as applicable for own area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• exceptional benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED