Veterinary Technologist

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Veterinary Technologist
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department	Core Services - Animal Care
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Veterinary Technologist for the Office for Research. The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides technical support to the veterinarians in caring for a wide range of animal species. Performs a broad range of duties typical of both a veterinary clinical care and research setting. Performs treatment, diagnostic laboratory procedures, and necropsy. Keeps records and does rodent breeding and colony management. Assists in or perform surgery. Trains, observes and monitors research personnel.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	60028.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	75982.00
Annual Maximum Salary	91936.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree preferably in veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or other related science, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Plus two years experience in a laboratory or animal care facility preferably including work in both small animal veterinary practices and the animal research environment. Or An Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited veterinary technician program, current certification as an RVT, LVT or CVT, plus one year of experience in a laboratory or animal care facility.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Individual must become AALAS certified, at minimum, at the LAT level within the first year of employment. Must participate in the occupational health program for animal workers, which requires a pre-placement medical evaluation. Must undergo criminal background check in order to work with controlled substances (e.g. narcotics, barbiturates).
Preferred Qualifications	Certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician in NJ or another state is desirable. Certification by the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at any of level of animal technician (ALAT, LAT, LATg) Experience with restraint, handling and veterinary care of farm animal species.
Equipment Utilized	Equipment includes, but is not limited to: Ultrasonic dental scaler; dental polisher; anesthesia machines; pulse oximeter; ventilator; glass bead sterilizers; autoclaves; ultrasonic instrument cleaner; euthanasia chamber; stethoscope; otoscope; glucometer; automated blood chemistry machines; ventilated mouse racks; metabolic cages; animal restrainers; laminar flow hoods; microscope; dissecting microscope; clinical refractometer; centrifuge and microcentrifuge; incubator; waterbath; necropsy table; surgical staples; ear tag clamp; tattoo gun and needles; pipettes; digital camera; eye wash; computer; fax machine/printer; laminator; hematocrit centrifuge Materials include, but are not limited to: Surgical instruments; scalpel blades; sutures; syringes and needles; catheters; dissection instruments; controlled substances (e.g. narcotics); formaldehyde; general veterinary supplies (medications, treatment supplies, surgical supplies); microorganism stains; laboratory supplies (beakers, pipette tips, etc.); oxygen tanks; inhalation anesthesia; medical waste; blood collection supplies Software includes: Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access; MS Outlook; MS Powerpoint; MS Publisher); Adobe Acrobat; custom web-based animal care program management software
Physical Demands and Work Environment	No special physical demands. Position requires employee to walk, stand for several hours when conducting inspections of animal facilities and laboratories.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2436
Posting Open Date	10/16/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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