Veterinary Technologist

Mayo Clinic Health System•Phoenix, AZ

27d•$27 - $41

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Responsibilities Provides medical care to animals used in support of lab project goals. Exercises independent professional judgment in the assessment of animal health and consults with veterinarians and investigators regarding appropriate diagnosis, therapy, and management. Assists in the planning, implementation, and modification of animal use in experiments. Works directly with the veterinarians and interacts with staff, residents, medical students, and other personnel using the animal facilities to exchange information and resolve problems. Serves as a surgical tech in the operating room, administering anesthesia and providing postoperative care. Trains residents/fellows/temporary lab personnel in laboratory animal methodology. Responsible for maintaining anesthetic, surgical, and radiological equipment and medical supplies, including pharmaceuticals. Additional duties may be assigned as the required to fulfill departmental responsibilities. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Technologist State Certification required.
Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
Must have the ability to organize and carry out medical and surgical techniques independently.
Good manual dexterity and be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
Must be able to work well with others.

Nice To Haves

Certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technologist or Laboratory Animal Technologist through the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides medical care to animals used in support of lab project goals.
Exercises independent professional judgment in the assessment of animal health and consults with veterinarians and investigators regarding appropriate diagnosis, therapy, and management.
Assists in the planning, implementation, and modification of animal use in experiments.
Works directly with the veterinarians and interacts with staff, residents, medical students, and other personnel using the animal facilities to exchange information and resolve problems.
Serves as a surgical tech in the operating room, administering anesthesia and providing postoperative care.
Trains residents/fellows/temporary lab personnel in laboratory animal methodology.
Responsible for maintaining anesthetic, surgical, and radiological equipment and medical supplies, including pharmaceuticals.
Additional duties may be assigned as the required to fulfill departmental responsibilities.