Veterinary Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary anesthesia, surgical support, and clinical care for a wide range of animal species.
• Act as the lead technician on procedure days, assisting in surgeries and monitoring patients under anesthesia.
• Prepare anesthesia dose sheets and maintain operating suites for USDA-covered species.
• Perform treatments, diagnostic tasks, and carry out duties typical of both clinical and research environments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards governing controlled substance use.
• Train, observe, and monitor research personnel to uphold procedural standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or a related science, plus two years of laboratory or animal care experience; OR an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology with current RVT, LVT, or CVT certification, plus two years of experience.
• Experience with animal restraint and handling of farm and small animal species.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including electronic data management and reporting.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination and participate in the Occupational Health Program.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand or walk on hard surfaces for most of the workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• AALAS certification (LAT or LATg).
• Experience working in both small animal veterinary practices and animal research environments.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (where applicable).
• Life insurance and employee discount programs.

About the Company

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state's preeminent public institution of higher education. The Office for Research supports the scholarship and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty through integrated, user-focused resources and services.