Senior Veterinary Technician, Operating Room Anesthesia – Xenotransplantation

About This Role

This role is a Senior Veterinary Technician specializing in Operating Room Anesthesia for pigs undergoing surgical and diagnostic procedures in Xenotransplantation. It involves close collaboration with veterinarians and surgical staff to provide high-quality anesthetic care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide oversight on all aspects of PD anesthesia for pigs undergoing surgical procedures, including preparation, induction, monitoring, maintenance, and recovery.
• Perform pig assessments prior to PD anesthesia, including lab results and physical exam findings, and collaborate with the surgical team to develop and implement PD anesthesia plans.
• Ensure all PD anesthesia related equipment and supplies are available, properly maintained, and functioning.
• Follow and enforce aseptic and safety protocols in all areas of PD anesthesia and surgery.
• Collaborate with the OR Coordinator to ensure the operating room is fully stocked and prepared with necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Order, track, and maintain all surgical instruments, identifying needs for replacement or repair.
• Provide oversight and direction to staff learning and assisting with instrument processing, tray preparation, and OR support tasks.
• Help oversee, mentor, and support other veterinary technicians and animal care technicians.
• Travel to other DPF locations as needed to provide training and support for OR staff.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences or related field
• 6+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with an Associate Degree OR 4+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of experience in a veterinary anesthesia role
• 5+ years of experience performing medical tests, observing behaviors, collecting samples, and administering medication to large animals
• 1+ years of experience in veterinary anesthesia specific to pigs
• 1+ years of experience with ordering perioperative supplies and instruments, managing and sterilizing instrument trays, and working with and developing SOPs
• Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Working knowledge and understanding of operating room processes and management
• Calm, clear thinking under pressure, especially during emergencies
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Commitment to continuing education and professional growth
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)
• Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company
• Ability to lift 75 lbs to waist level
• Ability to push/pull 200 lbs on wheels

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences or related field
• 6+ years of experience in large animal care and handling, 6+ years in a veterinary anesthesia role, 5+ years performing medical tests/collecting samples/administering medication to large animals, 1+ years specific to pig anesthesia, 1+ years with perioperative supply ordering/instrument management/SOP development.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences or related field

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits