You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join their dynamic team. This is an entry-level position primarily involving work under direct supervision. The role is focused on supporting Veterinarians, Study Directors, and clients by facilitating various animal health activities in medicine, surgery, and drug therapy. The Veterinary Services team is responsible for treating all on-site ill and injured animals and overseeing the preventive medicine program as determined by the Attending Veterinarian.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for medical cases within the facility under the guidance of staff veterinarians and senior technicians.
• Perform basic diagnostics and screening tests including body weights, Tb testing, malarial screens, and other tests as requested.
• Conduct routine animal procedures, including handling and restraint of rodents and nonhuman primates, sedation, medication delivery, and surgical preparation.
• Occasionally perform procedures on unsedated animals and provide restraint as needed.
• Perform post-exposure protocols on nonhuman primates and routine quality control on paperwork.
• Maintain and order supplies, and handle controlled substances for planned procedures.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of veterinary equipment and facilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Vet Assisting preferred.
• 6-12 months of experience working with animals preferred, ideally in a research or veterinary clinic setting.
• Basic to advanced computer skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to understand and act on complex instructions, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in dose calculations using algebraic equations.
• Basic animal handling and medication administration skills.

Additional Requirements

• Wearing appropriate PPE, such as N-95 respirators, face masks, safety glasses, and other protective gear as per policies.
• Ability to handle and dispose of biological and chemical substances according to protocols.
• Availability to work overtime, weekends, and evenings as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Life Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk work environments (warehouse or industrial areas), high-risk/ high-error job duties that could result in life-threatening injury or death, operation of heavy-duty machinery, working with hazardous chemicals, exposure to other dangerous materials, such as drugs and sharp instruments. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.