Surgical Specialist- Research Medical Devices

Join the Labcorp Team in San Carlos, CA as a Surgical Specialist- Research Medical Devices!

The medical device division is looking for an individual to add to the surgery team. A strong candidate will have anesthetic drug knowledge and has used such skills in a clinical or laboratory setting. A command of anesthetic management, pre-op and post op care, familiarity with imaging equipment such as fluoroscopy, x-ray and ultrasound.  Knowledge of interventional radiology techniques, and experience with assisting in general surgery, cardiovascular and orthopedic procedures a plus. The candidate will also have strong communication skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as on their own.

Duties and responsibilities included
Animal Welfare  
•    Ensure animals are cared for in accordance to regulatory guidelines and with the highest scientific, humane, and ethical principles  
•    Report all animal care concerns and becomes involved in resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary.  
Study Conduct  
•    Can interpret and understand a complex protocol and coordinates resources appropriately.  
•    Has an understanding of good research practices (GXP) principles.  
•    Reviews all documentation, understands the level of a quality assurance (QA) audit.  
•    Maintain client confidentiality at all times.  
•    Utilizes computer software.  
•    Ensures study activities are conducted according to protocol, standard operating procedure documents, and government regulations.     
 
Training and Development  
•    Performs various medicant administration routes, general physical exams, sample collection techniques and restraint procedures on multiple species as applicable.  
•    Operate imaging equipment such fluoroscopy, x-ray, intravascular and transesophageal ultrasound. 
•    May perform methods of euthanasia on multiple species.  
•    Performs aseptic surgical preparation, anesthesia, and surgical procedures on multiple species as applicable.  
•    Effectively manages time and resources.  
•    Support other departments on study-related tasks 
•    Understands Animal Care and Use Activities (ACUA and IACUC).  
•    Maintains positive relationships and may collaborate with veterinary staff and other groups to achieve outcomes.  
•    Adapts easily and supports a changing work environment and needs of the department.  
•    May assume administrative responsibilities   
•    Trains, assists and/or mentors staff.  
Process Improvement/Innovation  
•    Contributes to process improvements and updates within specialty area.  
•    May help in the review of SOPs and development of new procedures.   
•    Recognize and communicate gaps for potential process and procedural improvements.  
*Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Minimum Education and Experience Required:  
•    ~ 1 year in previous position (performance dependent) 
•    Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Associate degree in Laboratory Animal Technology or Associate degree in Veterinary Technology.   
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education.  
 
Preferred Qualifications:  
•    AALAS certification at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) level 
•    ASR certification 
Skills and Competencies:  
•    Good verbal and written communication skills   
•    Data documentation and QC skills  
•    Problem solving skills   
•    Ability to recognize improvement opportunities and contribute ideas for solutions  
•    Capacity to seek and deliver constructive feedback  
•    Supporti