The CSI Agriculture Department is seeking applicants for a full-time 10-month Veterinary Technician position to work in our Vet Tech Program. The Veterinary Technician is primarily responsible for maintaining animal colonies and facilities for dogs, cats, rodents, horses, cattle, llamas, and goats. Additional responsibilities of this position will include but not limited to delivery of curriculum, assisting with extracurricular activities, assisting the DVM in clinical activities, and developing veterinary community ties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procure animals for use in the Veterinary Technology Program
• Maintain adequate records, according to APHIS guidelines.
• Supervise students in routine care of animals in the program.
• Provide assistance to students with the medical treatment of animals, as needed.
• Assist in the delivery of curriculum.
• Maintain animal care facilities and clinical equipment.
• Assist in managing and record keeping for student summer externships.
• Assist the DVM with lab classes, including surgery and anesthesia.
• Assist students with college-sponsored extracurricular activities.
• Promote the Veterinary Technology Program through school visits and college fairs.
• Promote Veterinary Technology in the community through involvement with the Idaho Society of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants

This position requires contact with students of all levels of experience within veterinary or animal related fields in many different types of conditions. It is the Veterinary Technician's responsibility to assure that all students are capable of handling the animals in a safe manner. The role of the Veterinary Technician consists of a variety of responsibilities, and may go from helping students restrain dogs and cats one minute, to catching and loading horses and cattle the next, to recording and submitting forms for compliance. Because this position oversees the care of animals in the program, there are some after-hours, weekend, and holiday responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The Veterinary Technician must be comfortable performing and assisting with the common procedures used in veterinary hospitals, including anesthesia, dental, surgical prep, clinical lab procedures, radiology, phlebotomy, medicating, etc.

• AAS or AS in Veterinary Technology and ability to license in Idaho
• Graduate of AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• BS in related field and/ or teaching experience is preferred, but not required
• Evidence of experience with numerous animal species and working with veterinarians
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience

The College of Southern Idaho is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to cultivating and sustaining an environment in which our employees and learners thrive. The College prohibits discrimination on the basis of any legally protected status.

Required Skills

Required Experience

Minimum
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of Clinical Affairs experience in the medical device industry.
• 10+ years of experience in medical writing, including authoring/overseeing Clinical Evaluation Reports.
• Expert knowledge of medical terminology and research methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative working relationships with physicians, expert consultants, and contracted vendors.
• Experience in accessing and appraising scientific, clinical evidence, including ability to perform relevant clinical literature searches using PubMED, MedLINE, EMBASE or other similar medical literature databases.
• Working experience with clinical and outcomes research study design, Good Clinical Practices and global clinical regulations, including FDA regulations and ICH guidelines for devices, biologics and/or pharmaceuticals.
• Experience in publication planning.
• Project management skills and experience with related tools (Microsoft Project).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks/projects, and self-motivate.
• Must be comfortable presenting in front of a group of peers, other company’s employees or customers.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent organizational, computer and documentation skills and an ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to develop clear, concise, and timely oral and written reports, plus communicate tactfully with all levels of personnel.
• Strong document management skills including proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to effectively translate ideas, concepts and information.

Preferred:
• Masters or PhD in health sciences or medicine.
• 15+ years of Clinical Affairs experience in the medical device industry.
• 15+ years experience in medical writing, including authoring/overseeing Clinical Evaluation Reports.
• 7+years of people management experience in Clinical Affairs.
• Expert knowledge of cardiovascular interventional and diagnostics products and the ability to teach both internally and externally.
• Understanding of product development process.
• Working knowledge and experience with quality systems regulations and guidelines, ISO, cGMP, Medical Device Directive (MDD), Canadian Medical Device regulations, Japanese PAL and FDA regulatory requirements.
• Experience in providing case support to collect clinical research data in diagnostic/interventional cardiology procedures.

Other:
• Ability to travel to approximately six (6) conferences per year, domestic and international, plus additional physician meetings as required.

**Compensation & Total Rewards: **

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $150,000 - $190,000

*Estimated Starting Salary Range is reflective of the range Bracco Medical Technologies reasonably expects to pay for the position. The range provided is based on salary and market data specific to the position.

Total Rewards:

• **Paid Time Off, Company Holidays & Paid Family Leave **– We provide PTO and Company Holidays to help you recharge, relax and do what’s important to you, when it’s important to you. Our 100% paid family leave options for parents, grandparents and eligible family members provide support for growing families as well.
• Achieve – Beyond competitive compensation, we offer options to help you plan for a financially secure future, including an annual incentive plan and 401k savings plan contributions.
• Live well – We offer comprehensive benefit options to help protect you along the way, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer HSA contributions, employee assistance program, short-term disability, etc.
• Evolve – Through structured on-the-job learning, workshops, seminars, and our tuition reimbursement program, you’ll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.
• Choose – You won’t find “stuffy” here—whether your position requires a hybrid or in-the-office working arrangement. That means business casual for your attire and flexibility in your schedule, wherever possible.