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2010 Veterinary Summer Internship at Merck, Rahway, New Jersey
Merck is offering summer internships in 2010 at the research laboratories in New Jersey. Biomedical Sciences at Merck has the vital role of bridging the gap between understanding of disease processes and the development of new effective therapeutics for unmet medical needs. The successful candidate will observe and be involved in cutting edge scientific technologies critical to Merck’s mission to disease treatment and prevention.
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- Vet Research Animal Specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital
A Research Animal Specialist provides husbandry to laboratory animals, maintains animal inventory records and Animal Husbandry and Room Maintenance Records and performs facility sanitation in CCM animal facilities at Massachusetts General Hospital. This is a great opportunity for new college graduates with animal science or biology majors at one of the leading academic research hospitals in the country! ‘ Able to perform all duties and responsibilities of Research Animal Specialist I level. ‘ Performs daily work involving the handling of genetically engineered animal models, animals with immuno- compromised health status, animals recovering from surgery or other invasive procedures, neonates, etc. ‘ Changes cages or pens following proper technique and ensures that animals are not contaminated when outside of their primary enclosure ‘ Maintain animal rooms (secondary enclosures) in a clean state so that secondary infections or other contamination do not occur. Animal room maintenance should include sanitation monitoring performed by taking bacterial cultures or RODAC plating. ‘ Evaluate animal’s health each day and report abnormal clinical signs to the veterinary staff via electronic data capture system; performs treatments as prescribed by the veterinary staff and reports progress of therapies. ‘ Performs weaning when requested by researcher or veterinary staff assuring that each animal’s sex is accurately determined and that females and males are properly separated. Palpates breeding animals to determine if females are pregnant and separates them prior to parturition. ‘ Report facility and environmental issues that fall outside animal welfare regulatory requirements (as defined in the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals) to the supporting MGH department as a representative to the Facility Manager. ‘ In the absence of the Facility Manager or his/her designee, responsible for receiving and processing incoming animals and supplies. ‘ Sanitize animal facility equipment including the use of tunnel washers, rack washers, acidified watering systems and autoclaves for sterilization. Makes sure that equipment is working properly using biological monitoring devices and techniques. ‘ Operates cage washer, autoclave and other animal facility equipment. ‘ Assemble caging supplies with properly sterilized feed (previously irradiated) and water (acidified and/or autoclave) in a manner that assures that they remain sterile throughout the handling process. ‘ May provide specialized technical assistance to CCM veterinarians and investigators. ‘ Participates in animal quarantine and health surveillance programs for the facility. ‘ Performs containment and monitoring duties in the case of infection or disease health outbreaks or other biocontainment situations. ‘ Implements environmental enrichment program intended to minimize animal stress in the research setting. ‘ Performs routine euthanasia on laboratory animals according to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Panel on Euthanasia ‘ Attend technician meetings and training sessions on all aspects of laboratory animal care and uses of animals in biomedical research as scheduled by the supervisory staff ‘ Provide guidance and training to new animal technicians. ‘ Comply with CCM and MGH policies and standard operating procedures. This position requires weekend and holiday work hours. This position involves daily exposure to laboratory animals and their waste products. Qualifications ‘ Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at the ALAT certification preferred (expected to passA benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. APPLY
- Veterinary Technician, Certified Small Animal Veterinary Hospital in Hollywood, Maryland
AAHA Certified Small Animal Veterinary Hospital in Hollywood, Maryland is looking for individuals with at least 2 years of medical or veterinary experience for full time evening positions and occasional weekends. We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players whose primary responsibilities include anesthesia, surgery, radiology, patient treatment, laboratory procedures, and client communication. Salary and benefits are competitve and commensurate with level of experience. Please send resume to Three Notch Veterinary Hospital, 44215 Airport View Drive, Hollywood, Maryland 20636, fax to 301-373-2763, or e-mail. ATTN: Torrie-Medical Service Director
- Full time Head Technician wanted at Farmington Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital, Avon Ct
Are you ready for the next challenge? Veterinary emergency medicine is as rewarding as it is exciting! We are seeking Licensed Veterinary Technicians with at least three years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting. Individuals must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Primary functions include: · Operating and troubleshooting laboratory equipment · Client communication and basic administrative duties (estimate writing, phone triage, document processing) · Manage technician schedule in partnership with hospital manager and/or medical director · Set performance goals for specific staff members, and evaluate staff with the assistance of medical director · Organize and implement CE events for technicians on-site · Assist hospital manager and medical directors with facilitation of offsite CE for technicians · Set an example for excellence for other technicians to follow. This encompasses medical skills, client communication skills, positive attitude/energy, and attention to detail. In return, we offer candidates a competitive financial and benefits package, independent managing of staff members with the full support of medical director and hospital manager. We support our head technician to be focused on delivering high quality medical care and staff development. Please apply Online at www.Brightheartvet.com or Fax to: 860 674 8314 Attn: Dr. Corey Shagensky
- Veterinary Receptionist Wanted at Seattle
Two doctor practice looking for someone who is outgoing, honest, detail oriented, and thoroughly enjoys working with people. Applicant must be able to accomplish daily tasks efficiently and reliably with little or no supervision. This is a fast-paced, highly detailed, interesting, and fun place to work! Long term applicants only, please. Willing to train the right person. Qualifications: Understanding the importance of creating an exceptional experience for each client and patient. Be able to perform basic receptionist duties: filing, answering phones, invoices, handle money. Simultaneously interact with multiple clients, in a variety of situations, at the reception desk. Communicate the importance of optimum healthcare to each client. Exhibit a caring, friendly attitude. Learn and uphold office policies, and promote hospital recommendations. Be able to stand for eight hours. Be able to carry 35 pounds. Send your resume via this link
- Veterinary Pathologist at Judge, Inc., Michigan
Responsibilities for this position include assisting in the design and conduct of registration and mechanistic studies; interpretation of clinical pathologic, gross, microscopic, ultrastructural, and morphometric data; and providing expert consultation within the toxicology laboratory and to company’s global businesses. Able work with a large and diverse group of scientists in the Health and Environmental & Consulting Laboratory. The candidates must be ACVP board-certified Veterinary Pathologist. He/she must be strong spoken and written communication skills are necessary, as is the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. Advanced degree in pathology and toxicology experience are preferred, board eligible will also be considered.
At Judge, we are focused on matching your skills, experience level and job preferences to the right company and position. We achieve this by working closely with you to learn about your career goals such as industry preference, company size, commute distance and financial requirements. Judge offers flexible career options matched by no other. Whether you seek long-term or short-term temporary assignments, temp-to-hire, or direct hire opportunities, Judge will find the perfect match to suit your needs. We have positions that span from entry-level opportunities to executive-level in a wide variety of industries. Apply for this position
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