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Charles River Laboratories

Veterinary Technician I - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Charles River Laboratories, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550

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Veterinary Technician I - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Join Charles River Laboratories as a Veterinary Technician I. We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this role. For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Job Summary The Veterinary Technician 1 is responsible for assisting veterinarians in documentation, triage, and management of laboratory animal health cases. This includes daily health observations, preventive health care, environmental enrichment, and handling and restraining of laboratory animals. Assist veterinary staff in documenting and triaging animal health cases. Perform routine veterinary technical skills, including assessing and following up on animal health concerns, generating animal treatment records, and administering therapeutic measures. Conduct daily walk-throughs of animal rooms, monitor critical care animals, and participate in colony management. Maintain accurate medical records for each animal and assist in keeping inventory and stocking vet rooms. Job Qualifications Graduate of a collegiate veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Training Activities or equivalent program. 0-2 years of related experience working with animals in a pre-clinical laboratory or clinical setting; experience working in a CRO with multi-species preferred. LVT license or CVT/RVT certification preferred. We offer a competitive pay range of $28.00 per hour. Charles River is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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