HCSS Animal Resources Technologist

Job Summary

Provides technical expertise in veterinary anesthesia, aseptic surgical support, pre- and post-operative care, and veterinary clinical/laboratory services. Supports research and husbandry operations using established procedures and appropriate equipment in environments up to an Animal Biological Safety Level 3 (ABSL-3) facility. Must be able to obtain and maintain DOJ clearance.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to humane animal care and use.
• Administers veterinary treatments as directed.
• Provides technical support for research activities.
• Assists in developing and delivering training on specialized techniques required to support research programs.
• Participates in daily veterinary rounds and animal health assessments.
• Collects biological samples and performs diagnostic testing.
• Provides pre-operative and post-operative care for veterinary patients.
• Performs anesthesia induction, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Provides aseptic surgical support and assists during procedures.
• Prepares, cleans, and organizes operating rooms and surgical packs.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots medical and surgical equipment.
• Performs radiographic imaging and processing.
• Maintains accurate surgical, veterinary, and regulatory records.
• Demonstrates knowledge of biohazard safety and containment procedures.
• Monitors facility operations, including safety, security, and maintenance standards in high-containment environments.
• Maintains professional, effective working relationships with colleagues, leadership, and visitors.
• Follows internal departmental controls and procedures.

Marginal or Periodic Job Functions

• Provides and/or oversees daily husbandry activities including feeding, sanitation, and enrichment for multiple species (small and large animals).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education / Experience

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program; or
• Completion of Military Occupational Specialty (MOS 68T - Animal Care Specialist); or
• RVT, CVT, or LVT certification (or eligibility with certification required within one year of hire); or
• Four (4) years of related experience with emphasis on veterinary technician skills.

Equipment

• Laboratory animal science equipment used in a multi-species research facility.
• Diagnostic and surgical instruments.
• Standard office equipment.

Working Environment / Location of Position

• Animal research facility environment up to ABSL-3 containment level.
• Frequent exposure to animal allergens (hair, dander).
• Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, biohazards, radiation, and research materials that may pose risks, including to fetal health.

Other

• This position may be designated as security sensitive in accordance with Section 51.215 of the Texas Education Code.
• This is a contract position through UTMB Healthcare Systems Staffing (the in-house staffing agency for UTMB). There are no benefits associated with this position, with the exception of the 401k retirement plan offered through HCSS.

Compensation

• Hiring Range: $25.00 - $28.00