Veterinary Prosector
Mississippi State University · US
Position Function: Under supervision, assist with necropsy procedures of small and large animals, sample collection and provide general support to veterinary...
Job description
Position Function: Under supervision, assist with necropsy procedures of small and large animals, sample collection and provide general support to veterinary pathologists in the necropsy area at the MS Veterinary Research & Diagnostic Laboratory in Pearl, MS Salary Grade : 13: Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department. Area of Specialization: MVRDL Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assist veterinary pathologists with necropsy examinations 2. Prepare animal carcasses for necropsies, including operating a hoist for large animals 3. Conduct anatomic dissections per the preferences and instructions of the pathologist on duty 4. Utilize power saws, knives, scissors, and other surgical instruments to perform or assist in the necropsy procedure and sample collection 5. Collect and maintain samples for laboratory testing; oversee sample storage 6. Assist the pathologists with sample accessioning 7. Assist with photographic documentation of lesions or necropsy specimens 8. Be responsible for...