Veterinary Technician II - Field Station, Lawrenceville, GA

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Description

The Division of Veterinary Medicine within the Emory National Primate Research Center Field Station (Lawrenceville, GA) at Emory University is currently seeking a full time Veterinary Technician II to join our team. Our work consists of assisting the veterinarians in diagnostic and preventative procedures or treatment of animals. Job responsibilities will also include working with colony management and assisting investigators in data collection or reporting.

 

The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research.  The Veterinary Technician II will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Veterinary Technician II will work to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services.

 

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with laboratory research experience who is able to perform veterinary technical skills and animal care, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community. 

 

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, assists the veterinarians and researchers in surgery and radiology, animal care, treatments, and diagnostic and preventative procedures.
• Maintains medical records and inventory.
• Provides non-surgical technical assistance to researchers as directed.
• Assists with training veterinary residents, veterinary students, veterinary technician students, and/or animal care technicians.
• Assists with the capture and restraint of animals and related responsibilities as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience as a veterinary technician OR a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience as an animal care technician OR graduation from a two year veterinary technician program and one year of veterinary technician experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Basic veterinary technical skills.
• Licensed veterinary technician with work experience in a veterinary hospital or research facility.
• Ability to implement new skills and competently work in a high-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

• This job is located at the Emory National Primate Research Center, Field Station in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
• The work schedule is Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm. Weekend and holidays required on a rotating schedule with coworkers.
• This position includes indoor and outdoor work environment that may require working in inclement weather conditions.
• Work environment will require learning about nonhuman primate species and species-typical behavior in order to accurately assess health conditions.
• Work environment involves working with biohazardous blood and tissues
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat and lift up to 50lbs
• A valid driver’s license and insurable driving record may be necessary

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

The Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC), in conjunction with Emory University, conducts pre-employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check, and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. In addition, the process may include a drug screening with health assessment, and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necess