North American Science Associates, Inc.
Surgical Technician
North American Science Associates, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.
We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industrys premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.
Come and work for an organization with the:
Vision:
to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives, and accelerate client success. Mission:
to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise, and technology by adhering to our core values. Values: Act with integrity in everything we do. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives, and ideas. Job Description: Prepares surgical and cath lab suites for procedures, including setting up instruments and stocking study-specific supplies. Monitors anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical interventional procedures. Administers medications intra-procedure. Performs euthanasia. Collects laboratory samples, such as blood and urine, and processes them for analysis. Assists with specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy, and 3D imaging, etc., in support of procedures. Provides customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests. Prepares and maintains surgical instruments through washing, drying, and proper storage. Assembles surgical packs and processes sterile packs via autoclave or ethylene oxide. Operates, cleans, and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave, and other surgical equipment routinely utilized. Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing and re-stocking cath labs, operating rooms, and the general storeroom as needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Technical Competencies: Bachelors degree in scientific discipline or Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology required. 0-2 years related work experience. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification preferred. Knowledge of research animal physiology, pharmacology, and general animal care preferred. Working Conditions: Regular exposure to fluoroscopy, occasional work within a Bio-Safety-Level 2 (BSL2) environment, and rare exposure to faxitron x-ray imaging. Protective lead clothing required during radiographic exposure. Exposure to livestock, domestic, and laboratory animals, blood, body fluids, sharps, gases such as CO2 and isoflurane, and occasional exposure to chemicals and zoonotic diseases. Moderate to loud noise levels; hearing protection required in designated areas. Physical requirements include standing, walking, using hands, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 75 pounds with assistance. Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, focus adjustment, and spatial acuity. Pay Range:
Minimum: $14.81; Target: $23.00 per hour. Please Note: Individual pay depends on factors such as location, role complexity, experience, and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr
to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives, and accelerate client success. Mission:
to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise, and technology by adhering to our core values. Values: Act with integrity in everything we do. Develop superior talent and deliver expertise. Respond with agility and provide timely results. Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives, and ideas. Job Description: Prepares surgical and cath lab suites for procedures, including setting up instruments and stocking study-specific supplies. Monitors anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical interventional procedures. Administers medications intra-procedure. Performs euthanasia. Collects laboratory samples, such as blood and urine, and processes them for analysis. Assists with specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy, and 3D imaging, etc., in support of procedures. Provides customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests. Prepares and maintains surgical instruments through washing, drying, and proper storage. Assembles surgical packs and processes sterile packs via autoclave or ethylene oxide. Operates, cleans, and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave, and other surgical equipment routinely utilized. Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing and re-stocking cath labs, operating rooms, and the general storeroom as needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Technical Competencies: Bachelors degree in scientific discipline or Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology required. 0-2 years related work experience. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification preferred. Knowledge of research animal physiology, pharmacology, and general animal care preferred. Working Conditions: Regular exposure to fluoroscopy, occasional work within a Bio-Safety-Level 2 (BSL2) environment, and rare exposure to faxitron x-ray imaging. Protective lead clothing required during radiographic exposure. Exposure to livestock, domestic, and laboratory animals, blood, body fluids, sharps, gases such as CO2 and isoflurane, and occasional exposure to chemicals and zoonotic diseases. Moderate to loud noise levels; hearing protection required in designated areas. Physical requirements include standing, walking, using hands, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 75 pounds with assistance. Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, focus adjustment, and spatial acuity. Pay Range:
Minimum: $14.81; Target: $23.00 per hour. Please Note: Individual pay depends on factors such as location, role complexity, experience, and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr