Indianapolis, IN, US
5 days ago
Small Animal Surgery Technician
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Small Animal Surgery Technician Location : Location US-IN-Indianapolis ID 2024-4726 Category Research and Science Type Full Time - Permanent Overview

Full time with benefits within 30 days of hire

 

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity.  Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.  There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen.

 

Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

 

Is this you?

 

We are seeking a Surgical Technician to join our dynamic team!  This position will focus on overall animal care and welfare, successful animal surgery completion, recordkeeping and procedural duties. The person in this role will need to feel passionate about working with animals, enjoy and excel at organization, and support and maintain a clean, safe and compliant working environment.  We are seeking someone that is hardworking, shows attention to detail, takes initiative, has a teamwork mentality and positive attitude.

 

Responsibilities Cares for animals including feeding, cleaning and surgery support responsibilitiesFollows protocol to ensure the health and welfare of the animals in careSurgery support tasks including preparation of surgical instruments and supplies for surgeons’ use, operate the autoclaves, calibration of animal weight scales, disinfecting surgery equipment, transfer of animals, and weighing animalsSuccessfully perform rodent catheterization and soft tissue removal surgeriesWork with managers in the development of new surgical modelsWork with managers in the implementation of new and better surgical techniquesCoordinate order details to include selection, packaging and confirming accuracyKeeps accurate records of feeding, cleaning and care of animalsAnimal anesthesia, prep, and post-operative care of surgical animalsAll other duties as assigned Qualifications

We are looking for the following from the Surgical Technician:

Desire to work with and care for animals on a daily basisInterest in animal surgery and careContinuous effort toward contributing to a clean and safe working environmentAbility and willingness to complete paperwork as neededMust be available to work weekends/ holidays on a rotating basisWillingness to work overtime when neededMinimum, 2 year degree in animal science; pertinent work experience (such as laboratory, veterinary or surgical experience) may be substituted for education.Ability to understand the written company standards and verbal instructions in English.Basic math skills.Respect for animal welfare.Ability to work in a team atmosphere.Adherence to the company domestic pet policy and biosecurity.

 

This position requires that the Surgical Technician be able to:

lift up to 50lbs on occasionstand/walk on concrete for at least 2 hours at a timefrequently bend, reach, push, pull, squat and lift

 

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience.  The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

 

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity.  Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.  There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen.  Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

 

Inotiv has been named a 2023 Top Workplace!

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

 

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

 

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