Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups. * Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e. drugs and supplies). Assist in organizing and maintaining ...
Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups. * Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e. drugs and supplies). Assist in organizing and maintaining ...
Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups. * Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e. drugs and supplies). Assist in organizing and maintaining ...
Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups. * Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e. drugs and supplies). Assist in organizing and maintaining ...
Veterinary Assistant
$16 - $18/hr
Description Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of ...
Veterinary Assistant
$16 - $18/hr
Description Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of ...
Veterinary Assistant
Carson City, NV · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the ...
Veterinary Assistant
Carson City, NV · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the ...
Veterinary Assistant
Carson City, NV · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
Description: Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of ...
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Veterinary Assistant
Carson City, NV · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
Description: Looking for a full-time, experienced Vet Assistant to join our wonderful team at Skyline Pet Hospital. ABOUT YOU: Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of ...
Mainly conduct contractions and imaging experiments * Assist in lab preparations and research in ... Major in biology, pre-med, pre-vet, or related sciences field * Prior laboratory experience ...
Mainly conduct contractions and imaging experiments * Assist in lab preparations and research in ... Major in biology, pre-med, pre-vet, or related sciences field * Prior laboratory experience ...
Principal Veterinarian
$195K - $215K/yr
Veterinarians & IACUC Administrators (with opportunity to expand to vet tech supervision, surgery oversight, or additional leadership as site grows) Why Join Us? Ask anyone on our veterinary team why ...
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Principal Veterinarian
$195K - $215K/yr
Veterinarians & IACUC Administrators (with opportunity to expand to vet tech supervision, surgery oversight, or additional leadership as site grows) Why Join Us? Ask anyone on our veterinary team why ...
Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Nursing Part-Time Faculty
Reno, NV · On-site
$1.0K/wk
Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Assistant teach a variety of courses, based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include: * VETN 100: Intro to Vet ...
Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Nursing Part-Time Faculty
Reno, NV · On-site
$1.0K/wk
Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Assistant teach a variety of courses, based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include: * VETN 100: Intro to Vet ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Cold Springs, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Cold Springs, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Spanish Springs, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Spanish Springs, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Carson City, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Warehouse Custodian / Janitor
Carson City, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Operate floor scrubber and other equipment. * Assist in special projects, performing general labor ... EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #LI-TS2 #LI-NV001 (#IN-NVFAC) #ZR-NVWH Our employees make the ...
Diagnostic Imaging Veterinarian or Veterinary Radiologist
Reno, NV · On-site
$250K/yr
Mentor techs and assistants on imaging best practices THE PACKAGE: * Earning potential of $250k ... vet hospital * Proficient in English * MUST have attended an AVMA accredited school * Endoscopy ...
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Diagnostic Imaging Veterinarian or Veterinary Radiologist
Reno, NV · On-site
$250K/yr
Mentor techs and assistants on imaging best practices THE PACKAGE: * Earning potential of $250k ... vet hospital * Proficient in English * MUST have attended an AVMA accredited school * Endoscopy ...
Pet Insurance Sales Associate - Reno, NV
Reno, NV · On-site
$55K - $88K/yr
Put simply, Fetch makes vet bills affordable. We offer a comprehensive product that does not have ... locations to assist in meeting performance objectives and partner expectations monthly
Pet Insurance Sales Associate - Reno, NV
Reno, NV · On-site
$55K - $88K/yr
Put simply, Fetch makes vet bills affordable. We offer a comprehensive product that does not have ... locations to assist in meeting performance objectives and partner expectations monthly
They've helped organizations of all sizes, across industries, find and vet talent, fill skills gaps ... (SEM) team and will assist with the support of our teams, special projects and day-to-day ...
They've helped organizations of all sizes, across industries, find and vet talent, fill skills gaps ... (SEM) team and will assist with the support of our teams, special projects and day-to-day ...
2025 Fall Intern, Clinical Applications
Sparks, NV · On-site
$15.25 - $20.50/hr
How You'll Create Impact * Assist in testing and maintaining clinical software applications under ... Up to 5% EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
2025 Fall Intern, Clinical Applications
Sparks, NV · On-site
$15.25 - $20.50/hr
How You'll Create Impact * Assist in testing and maintaining clinical software applications under ... Up to 5% EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
2025 Fall Intern, Clinical Applications
Carson City, NV · On-site
$14.75 - $19.50/hr
How You'll Create Impact * Assist in testing and maintaining clinical software applications under ... Up to 5% EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
2025 Fall Intern, Clinical Applications
Carson City, NV · On-site
$14.75 - $19.50/hr
How You'll Create Impact * Assist in testing and maintaining clinical software applications under ... Up to 5% EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
They've helped organizations of all sizes, across industries, find and vet talent, fill skills gaps ... (SEM) team and will assist with the support of our teams, special projects and day-to-day ...
They've helped organizations of all sizes, across industries, find and vet talent, fill skills gaps ... (SEM) team and will assist with the support of our teams, special projects and day-to-day ...
Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
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Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
Veterinary Assistant
Truckee, CA · On-site
$23 - $26/hr
Doctors Office for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent ...
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| Aspect | Assistant Vet | Veterinary Technician |
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| Required Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training | Associate degree in veterinary technology; certification often required |
| Work Environment | Assist veterinarians in clinics, animal hospitals, shelters | Work alongside veterinarians, perform technical tasks, assist in surgeries |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Commonly employed in veterinary clinics, animal shelters | Standard role in veterinary practices, animal hospitals, research facilities |
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$20.50/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 4 days ago
Charles River Laboratories rating
8.3
Based on 93 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
19th of 86 rated pharmaceutical
Job description
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
We are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant for our Safety Assessment site located in Reno, Nevada.
The Veterinary Technician Assistant will assist veterinary staff in the documentation and triage of all laboratory animal health cases In addition, this individual will may also perform technical in-life procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform and be proficient in basic veterinary technical skills (i.e. treatments, collection of biological samples, TB tests, veterinary observations, etc).
- Provide environmental enrichment for laboratory animals according to facility and Federal guidelines.
- Perform animal follow-up observations as required.
- Monitor animal heath, visually and by following detailed schedules.
- Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups.
- Assist in keeping inventory and stocking the vet rooms (i.e. drugs and supplies). Assist in organizing and maintaining the vet exam rooms.
- Clean animal areas, transports animals and maintains related equipment.
- Record keeping of required logs.
- Observe animals and reports apparent abnormalities.
- Sanitize cages and other related equipment as may be required.
- Administer basic veterinary treatments to include IM injections, SC., etc.
- Perform routine preventive health care skills including nail/teeth clipping/trimming, ear exams and dental exams.
- Measure and distribute feed to laboratory animals in accordance with established procedures for facility.
- Perform quarantine and isolation procedures as required.
- Perform duties associated in the receipt, transferring and shipment of animals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Experience: 1-2 years related experience in a laboratory animal facility. related experience working with animals in pre-clinical laboratory or clinical setting; experience working with a CRO with multi-species preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Certification/Licensure: ALAT preferred
- Other: None.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- LVT license or CVT/RVT certification.
- AALAS certification.
The pay range for this position starts at $20.50 per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market. With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
Industry
Scientific research and development services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Wilmington, MA, US
Year founded
1947