Veterinary Technician - United Therapeutics
Christiansburg, VA
About the Job
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The job details are as follows:
What We Do
We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.
We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.
Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”. We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.
How you’ll contribute
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for the general care/husbandry of all pigs within the Barrier facility. Additionally, this role plays a critical part in the support of all veterinary procedures (survival and non-surgeries, sample collections and necropsies for the xenotransplantation program). Veterinary Technicians assist veterinarian staff in routine veterinary care of the USDA covered species and assist veterinarians in providing preventive medical care, medical nursing and euthanasia in addition to maintaining animal health records.
+ Independently perform and document the day-to-day activities of the swine herd, including, herd health (general nursing care, vaccinations, medications, treatments, etc.), nutrition (feed management), and reproduction (AI, Boar semen collection, estrus synchronization)
+ Assist veterinarian(s) and surgeons(s) with all elements of operative procedures, such as setup and tear-down, and post-operative animal care (i.e. examining animals, checking vitals, monitoring animals under anesthesia)
+ Collect, store, ship, and inventory samples (blood, nasal, tissue, etc.) from animals for health and pathogen testing
+ Provide assistance with post-op procedures including imaging, biopsies, bronchoscopy, tissue procurement and management of cardiopulmonary functions
+ Maintain appropriate records for animal husbandry and care activity records
+ Other duties as assigned
For this role you will need
Minimum Requirements
+ Associate degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences
+ For Veterinary Technician I Level:
+ 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
+ 2+ years of experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances
+ 2+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
+ For Veterinary Technician II Level:
+ 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
+ 4+ years of experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances
+ 4+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
+ Working knowledge of animal husbandry including nutrition, reproduction, and safety
+ Knowledge and experience with data collection and recording of large animals
+ Working knowledge of the Animal Welfare and other regulations regarding animal research, USDA, FDA, and DEA
+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
+ Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
+ Strong attention to operational planning and follow through
+ Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc)
+ Ability to author and follow SOPs
+ Works under moderate supervision on routine tasks; may seek advice of more senior employees
+ Must not have any other interaction with other pigs outside of the company
+ Physical Demand: Lift 75 lbs to waist level
+ Physical Demand: Carry 50 lbs
+ Physical Demand: Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences
+ Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine
+ Working knowledge/understanding of GxP compliance
At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.
Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
_While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers’ credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients._
United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
_We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success._
_We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package. This is what makes United Therapeutics a stimulating place to work._
The job details are as follows:
What We Do
We build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases. Toward this goal we have successfully gained FDA approval for five medicines, we are always conducting new clinical trials, and we are working to create an unlimited supply of manufactured organs for transplantation.
We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.
Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”. We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, and other orphan diseases.
How you’ll contribute
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for the general care/husbandry of all pigs within the Barrier facility. Additionally, this role plays a critical part in the support of all veterinary procedures (survival and non-surgeries, sample collections and necropsies for the xenotransplantation program). Veterinary Technicians assist veterinarian staff in routine veterinary care of the USDA covered species and assist veterinarians in providing preventive medical care, medical nursing and euthanasia in addition to maintaining animal health records.
+ Independently perform and document the day-to-day activities of the swine herd, including, herd health (general nursing care, vaccinations, medications, treatments, etc.), nutrition (feed management), and reproduction (AI, Boar semen collection, estrus synchronization)
+ Assist veterinarian(s) and surgeons(s) with all elements of operative procedures, such as setup and tear-down, and post-operative animal care (i.e. examining animals, checking vitals, monitoring animals under anesthesia)
+ Collect, store, ship, and inventory samples (blood, nasal, tissue, etc.) from animals for health and pathogen testing
+ Provide assistance with post-op procedures including imaging, biopsies, bronchoscopy, tissue procurement and management of cardiopulmonary functions
+ Maintain appropriate records for animal husbandry and care activity records
+ Other duties as assigned
For this role you will need
Minimum Requirements
+ Associate degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences
+ For Veterinary Technician I Level:
+ 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
+ 2+ years of experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances
+ 2+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
+ For Veterinary Technician II Level:
+ 4+ years of experience in large animal care and handling
+ 4+ years of experience following IACUC and research protocols and working with controlled substances
+ 4+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
+ Working knowledge of animal husbandry including nutrition, reproduction, and safety
+ Knowledge and experience with data collection and recording of large animals
+ Working knowledge of the Animal Welfare and other regulations regarding animal research, USDA, FDA, and DEA
+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
+ Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
+ Strong attention to operational planning and follow through
+ Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc)
+ Ability to author and follow SOPs
+ Works under moderate supervision on routine tasks; may seek advice of more senior employees
+ Must not have any other interaction with other pigs outside of the company
+ Physical Demand: Lift 75 lbs to waist level
+ Physical Demand: Carry 50 lbs
+ Physical Demand: Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary technology or animal sciences
+ Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine
+ Working knowledge/understanding of GxP compliance
At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.
Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
_While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers’ credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients._
United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
_We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success._
_We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package. This is what makes United Therapeutics a stimulating place to work._
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