Veterinary Research/Health Technician I

Job description

Department Overview Under the direction of the Unit Head with indirect reporting and coordination with faculty veterinarian(s), the Veterinary Research/Health Technician 1 primarily provides clinical assessment, monitoring, and care for colony animals for standard clinical conditions; assists with veterinary team operations; supports research programs through technical support services; and may support husbandry services, as needed. This classification is the first level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the higher levels by reduced responsibility for complex care and research support. This position has more direct oversight and supervision of workload, case management, and coordination of research involvement by the reporting manager or their designee. Function/Duties of Position: Animal Health Care: - Examines and provides clinical support for colony animals reported for illness, injury or behavior-related issues. - Administers basic care in accordance with established clinical support guidance. - Consults with veterinarian(s) regarding case management for conditions outside of established clinical guidance. - Determines if cases require more complex or colony-lev...