Veterinary Technician

Specific duties & responsibilities:

1. Clinical Rodent Care– primary responsibility:
2. First responder to routine clinical calls from animal care staff. Also responds to calls received by the vet directly, when appropriate.
3. Assess problem and determine if routine treatment is appropriate or further veterinary intervention is required, as per lab’s ACUC approved protocol stipulations and research needs.
4. If routine, resolve according to standard protocol, including formulation of treatment plans, and all associated communication/coordination with research staff, etc.
5. If non-routine, gather clinical and husbandry, history, and in communication with veterinarian, facilitate treatment according to veterinary recommendations.

Minimum qualifications (mandatory):

High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred qualifications:

Special knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. No known rodent allergies
2. Attention to detail; conscientious; strong written, and verbal, communication skills; & ability to work independently.
3. Excellent record keeping skills, and proficiency with use of computer programs, including spreadsheets, and databases.
4. Must be a team player, and able to cross train with other veterinary technicians, in order to provide cross-coverage as needed.

Classified Title:Veterinary Technician
Working Title: Veterinary Technician
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $14.14-$19.44
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 10003430-SOM Admin Research Animal Resources
Personnel area: School of Medicine

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

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