The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
Veterinary Technician I
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
HJF is seeking a
Veterinary Technician I
who is responsible for providing the daily care of research animals and assisting with research projects as directed by the Principal Investigator and/or supervisor. This is the first of three levels of Veterinary Technicians. This position will be in support of the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) at Fort Sam Houston. NAMRU-SA is a major research and development center whose mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research, to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. Its purpose is to provide non-personal support services to NAMRU-SA. Performance will include intramural research and development (R&D) support services for four (4) scientific directorates and their respective departments: Directed Energy Health Effects Directorate (DEHE), Combat Casualty Care and Operational Medicine Directorate (CCC/OM), Craniofacial Health and Restorative Medicine Directorate (CH/RM), and Research Services Directorate (RSD).
This effort primarily entails investigative studies which involve planning, coordinating, designing, and executing experimental protocols that meet both directorate-level research objectives and the command mission.
This position is contingent on contract award.
Responsibilities
Assist with surgical procedure, operating room maintenance, animal disease prevention and health surveillance, appropriate animal housing, and record keeping, insuring specific pathogen-free techniques.
Daily handling and restraint of various small and large animal species.
Maintain biosafety practices, sterile equipment, pest control, quality assurance procedures and record keeping.
Conduct daily and weekly inspections of contractor areas to ensure compliance with standards.
Assist in preparation of purchase requests for animal procurement and coordination of shipping procedures.
Assist in preparation of purchase requests and assist with maintenance of inventory of supplies.
Education and Experience
Veterinary Technician degree or High School Diploma/GED plus two (2) years’ related experience.
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of basic science principles and math.
Ability to use hands effectively to perform surgical preparations.
Complies with the Institute's occupational health and safety requirements and can perform work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening.
All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent.
Physical Capabilities
Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects
Work Environment
This position will take place primarily in a laboratory environment.
Benefits
HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a DMV check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Equal Opportunity The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Research Services
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Veterinary Technician I
who is responsible for providing the daily care of research animals and assisting with research projects as directed by the Principal Investigator and/or supervisor. This is the first of three levels of Veterinary Technicians. This position will be in support of the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) at Fort Sam Houston. NAMRU-SA is a major research and development center whose mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research, to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. Its purpose is to provide non-personal support services to NAMRU-SA. Performance will include intramural research and development (R&D) support services for four (4) scientific directorates and their respective departments: Directed Energy Health Effects Directorate (DEHE), Combat Casualty Care and Operational Medicine Directorate (CCC/OM), Craniofacial Health and Restorative Medicine Directorate (CH/RM), and Research Services Directorate (RSD).
This effort primarily entails investigative studies which involve planning, coordinating, designing, and executing experimental protocols that meet both directorate-level research objectives and the command mission.
This position is contingent on contract award.
Responsibilities
Assist with surgical procedure, operating room maintenance, animal disease prevention and health surveillance, appropriate animal housing, and record keeping, insuring specific pathogen-free techniques.
Daily handling and restraint of various small and large animal species.
Maintain biosafety practices, sterile equipment, pest control, quality assurance procedures and record keeping.
Conduct daily and weekly inspections of contractor areas to ensure compliance with standards.
Assist in preparation of purchase requests for animal procurement and coordination of shipping procedures.
Assist in preparation of purchase requests and assist with maintenance of inventory of supplies.
Education and Experience
Veterinary Technician degree or High School Diploma/GED plus two (2) years’ related experience.
Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of basic science principles and math.
Ability to use hands effectively to perform surgical preparations.
Complies with the Institute's occupational health and safety requirements and can perform work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening.
All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent.
Physical Capabilities
Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects
Work Environment
This position will take place primarily in a laboratory environment.
Benefits
HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a DMV check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Equal Opportunity The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Research Services
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