Veterinary Surgery Technician - Baltimore, United States - Actalent

Description

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Prepare animals for surgery by administering pre-anesthetics, placing IVs, intubating, clipping, and scrubbing animals
• Act as the operating room nurse and surgical assistant
• Provide post-operative monitoring and care
• Set up and break down surgical facilities, including cleaning and disinfecting the surgical suite and sterilizing instruments
• Handle anesthetic emergencies and perform CPR
• Perform endotracheal intubation on various species
• Maintain clinical and surgical equipment
• Operate specialized equipment for procedures such as mechanical ventilators, x-ray machines, and syringe pumps

Research:

• Assist in research protocols, including maintaining animals under anesthesia for studies like MRIs and PET scans

Clinical Care and Health Maintenance:

• Administer medications via different routes and obtain diagnostic samples
• Perform health maintenance tasks for various animal species

Teaching:

• Train investigators, fellows, and staff in technical procedures and animal care
• Provide guidance on anesthesia dosage and administration for different species

Inventory Control:

• Manage veterinary supplies and drugs
• Keep track of controlled substances and order supplies and equipment

Quarantine:

• Conduct examinations on animals in quarantine and supervise movements to housing areas

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Maintain animal records, schedule procedures, and prepare service bills

Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications (mandatory): Associate's degree in veterinary technology with related experience required. Additional experience may substitute for education, as permitted by JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred. Certification as a veterinary technician strongly preferred.

About Actalent

Actalent is a leading global provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We support companies in advancing their engineering and science projects by providing access to specialized experts who drive innovation and efficiency. With nearly 30,000 consultants and 4,500 clients worldwide, Actalent partners with numerous Fortune 500 companies.

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Promoting an inclusive environment through self-reflection
• Cultivating a culture of care, engagement, and recognition
• Providing growth opportunities for all employees

The company is committed to equal opportunities without discrimination based on various factors.