Veterinary Technician - Animal Resource Core

Overview:

Valid Ohio drivers license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Childrens Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines. (Create Job Requisition Event)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Participates in animal health assessments and monitoring, including physical examinations or sample collections, and reports results to research and veterinary staff.
• Provides daily veterinary and husbandry care for laboratory animals and assists in the maintenance of husbandry supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Assists with the training and mentoring of husbandry staff and technician team members.
• Supports the provision of proper care and treatment during procedures and research. Provides technical support and training to research staff.
• Documents and maintains accurate and timely animal clinical case records and research data.
• Assists in facility audits, ensuring inspection readiness and compliance with animal welfare regulations and institutional policies. Supports preparation for triennial AAALAC accreditation.

Education Requirement:

• Associate's Degree in veterinary technology or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Animal Sciences, or other relevant field, preferred.

Licensure Requirement:

Valid Ohio drivers license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Childrens Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications:

ALAT or LAT certification, preferred.

Skills:

• Working knowledgeoffederal animal welfare regulations and AAALAC accreditation standards.
• Working knowledge of animal technician safety precautions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience:

One year of veterinary technology or laboratory animal experience, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Sitting, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Seeing Far/near, Standing

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"