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Employment & Research Opportunities

Employment opportunities in the veterinary technology are abundant. Opportunities in a wide variety of animal health care areas are available for current students as well as program graduates. Employment may be found in a vast number of areas including: veterinary hospitals, bio-medical research, toxicology, nature centers, zoos, inspection services, federal and state government, and the armed services. Information on out of state positions is available by contacting the VTP office at (313) 577-1156. If interested in advertising in this section, please e-mail Marianne at ai5718@wayne.edu

Additional job postings are available through the
American Veterinary Medical Association

Parkview Animal Hospital
1972 Eleven Mile Road
Warren, MI 48091
Attn: Nancy or Rhonda
(586) 573-4760
(586) 573-4760 fax

Our clinic has an open position for vet tech student or graduate. We offer flexible hours, competitive salary, and nice staff to work with.

Gasow Veterinary Hospital
36877 Woodward Ave
Birmingham, MI 48009
Attn: Michele Marra
(248) 644-7171

Veterinary Technician or assistant. Seeking a compassionate self-motivate, enthusiastic, outgoing, reliable person for employment at an accredited AAHA small animal hospital. Full time. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, vacation, sick days and uniform. Please send resume.

Progressive Pet Animal Hospital
C/O Banfield Pet Hospital
20530 E. 13 Mile
Roseville, MI 48066
Attn: Kathy
(248) 656-3808
FAX (248) 656-7767

Seeking dependable, motivated team-player. The position offers a competitive salary and many benefits in a friendly working environment.

The Cat Practice
875 S. Worth
Birmingham, MI 48009
Attn: Dawn
(248) 540-3390
FAX (248) 540-3503

Looking for a LVT/or student who is motivated to learn and work in a fast paced hospital. Our top priorities are : quality patient care and exceptional customer service. Our technicians are responsible for but not limited to: patient care, client education, and diagnostic work up. We arte a full service hospital opened seven days a week that offers: in house laboratory, pulse ox, Doppler blood pressure, automatic x-ray processor, digital dental radiographs. Full time benefits include 401K, BC/BS, paid vacation, sick and holidays. Uniforms and CE.

Oakland Veterinary Emergency Group
875 S. Worth
Birmingham, MI 48009
Attn: Rebecca Bieri after 6:00PM at (248) 334-1555
or Sharon Lanier at (248) 879-5943
FAX (248) 540-3503

Emergency Veterinary Technician wanted full-time and part-time. An excellent way to earn top wages and benefits full-time or earn great supplemental income part-time in an after hours emergency hospital. Challenging and gratifying work awaits you.

Licensed Veterinary Technician needed for busy two-doctor small animal practice. Emphasis on high quality and preventative medicine. Experience with oncology and Avian Medicine a plus. Competitive salary and energetic working environment.

Jefferson Veterinary Center
11300 East Jefferson
Detroit, MI 48214
Attn: Dr. Cathy Anderson at (248) 207-7653
(313) 822-2555
FAX (313) 822-5507

Seeking full-time (M-TH) Veterinary Technician for 2 DVM, urban, companion animal practice. Duties to include outpatient procedures, anesthesia, surgical preparation, laboratory analysis and client communication. Wage commensurate to skill level. Benefits include health insurance, dental and retirement plans, uniform allowance and veterinary services/products at discount.

Easthaven Animal Hospital
2140 Huron Parkway
Ann Arbor, MI
(734) 971-3444
FAX (734) 971-8179

We are looking for a full time LVT who is easy going, self motivated, team-player. We are a 5 vet, 4 LVT hospital. You will be able to use all of your skills here. We work hard and have a great time together. Come join our team!

MPI Research
54943 North Main Street
Mattawan, MI 49071
http://www.mpiresearch.com
Attn: Human Resources

Research Associate I-IV - Clinical Medicine and Surgical Services
Individual in this position is primarily responsible for animal handling, assisting with anesthesia/surgery, and may also assist in physicals and treatment of animals. A high school diploma or equivalent required. Certified Veterinary Technician and/or Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or relevant experience is preferred. This individual must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This individual must also have the willingness to work with all "in-house" species.

Research Associate I-IV - Experimental Therapeutics
Technician in this position will be required to learn and perform functions with all types of species of animal within our facility. Individual will need to be ready to learn many new functions such as kindling, pain testing, RNA homogenizing, tumor modeling, punch biopsies, and tail infusions. Individuals will perform basic necropsy functions, assist in surgery, and prepare test material. Technician will be required to write SDN's set up, archive study books and answer QAO's independently. This individual will work closely with study directors to coordinate and complete study functions. The technician must be able to work under pressure and effectively solve problematic situations. A high school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field is preferred. This individual must also have the ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Research Associate I-IV - Acute Toxicology
This position will be responsible for handling animals and restraining small and large animals, participating in experimental procedures/techniques (which includes dosing, sample collection), reviewing data, preparing and collecting data, training, and record keeping. Individuals in this position will also be responsible for procurement and receipt of animals, and preparation of forms and study books. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field is preferred. This individual must also have the ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Research Associate I-IV - Necropsy & Teratology
This position is responsible for performing necropsy and/or teratology functions, which includes performing dissections, weighing and measuring internal organs, and following other protocols on species varying from mice to non-human primates. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The preferred candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or relevant major and/or be ALAT certified.

Research Associate I-IV - Safety Pharmacology, ADME, & Pharmacokinetics
This position is responsible for administering test materials via various routes (oral, dermal, IV, SC, IP, IM), measuring body weights and food consumption, collecting blood samples, and performing detailed observations with a variety of animal species varying from mice to non-human primates. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The preferred candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or relevant major and/or be ALAT certified.

Research Associate I-IV - Infusion Toxicology
Research Associates in the infusion department will be working with primates, canine, rabbits and rodents and will perform routine functions such as body weight, food consumption and detailed observations in each of the above species. Individuals must possess the ability to assess animals for signs and symptoms of inflammation/infection. In this position, individuals must have an understanding of sterile fields and appropriate handling of sterile equipment and be able to perform routine/non-routine maintenance of infusion equipment. Essential to this position is the ability to maintain calibration records and rapidly identify potential and existing problems with infusion system and take corrective action. This role will assist in development of new systems and/or equipment as required, assist in the development of SOP for equipment, and conduct infusion studies. All studies performed by Research Associates in this position will be conducted per protocol, SOP, and GLP requirements. Individuals in this position may potentially be subject to contact outside of normal working hours during study operations. This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field is preferred. This individual must also have the ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Manpower of South East Michigan
231 Little Lake Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Attn: Jeff Brabant
(734) 665-3757

Manpower in Ann Arbor has a 40hr/wk contract position ($12.50 - $14.00/hr) with a large pharmaceutical company. The supervisor prefers a recent graduate or higher level student from the Vet Tech program to work in a research environment. This is long term opportunity for qualified candidates that enjoy a fast-paced team environment.

MSU HR/Employment
Room 110 Nisbet Building
1407 S. Harrison Rd.
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 353-3720
Posting # 150524
http://www.hr.msu.edu/hrsite/

Animal Caretaker Research II, Level XVIII - ULAR, MSU

Required: high school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience; expert knowledge of repair methods, equipment and tools; expert knowledge of animals and their care; two years satisfactory experience as an Animal Caretaker Research I or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience; second level AALAS certification; participation in job related in-service education; willingness to work a flexible shift; possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license; frequent lifting of 26 - 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

Desired: knowledge of common laboratory animals, their diseases, and treatment techniques.

Basic Function: oversee and assist in the care of experimental and clinical animals by performing such duties as feeding, watering, cleaning, handling, and transporting animals; maintain accurate records including information regarding procurement, breeding, illness, special handling instructions, and daily census; operate and maintain equipment necessary to accomplish assigned duties such as cage washers, autoclaves, trucks, etc.; oversee and assist in the preparation of animals for experimental procedures and assist in routine surgery; oversee and assist with animal breeding colonies and treatment techniques; observe animals for signs of disease and illness and report symptoms to appropriate supervisor. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Duties associated with this position involve handling animals, working with monkeys, and potential exposure to rabies.

Henry Ford Health System
Department of Bioresources
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 916-1287
FAX (313) 916-7250

Immediate opening for a full-time licensed veterinary technician at Henry Ford Health System.

Daily duties include (but are limited to) observation of animals for health status, providing husbandry and treatment of animals, interaction with researchers and their staff, surgical assistance and various office duties. Rotating weekend work (every five weeks) is required.

We are looking for a self-motivated, caring individual who will be part of a diverse team of individuals. The candidate should be flexible in changing situations and a good problem solver.

Incoming salary is commensurate with experience. Competitive Flex benefit package: medical, dental, optical, disability, AD&D and life insurance, day care and health savings plans, tuition reimbursement, free parking, generous vacation allotment.

Providence Hospital and Medical Centers

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties related to the operation of the animal laboratory according to specific standards and established procedures. Provides for the needs of all laboratory animals including the regular feeding, watering, general animal handling, cleaning and sanitizing of cages, pens and rooms, disposal of waste materials and generally maintains animal holding areas in a manner consistent with hospital policy and IACUC standards.

Additional job postings are available through the
American Veterinary Medical Association