Professions: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - San Francisco, California - (San Francisco, CA)

The Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) will be asked to perform standard paraveterinary health care procedures. Procedures are typically performed without detailed supervision, usually in a clinical or laboratory animal setting. The RVT serves as department liaison to research groups for animal health related matters. Performs observations and examination of animal(s) and animal colonies for signs of illness and follows-up on animals reported ill or demonstrating abnormal behavior. Reports animal health care problems and concerns to the veterinarian for consultation, advice or instruction. Keeps investigative groups informed of all animal health related matters pertaining to their animals. Administers necessary medications or treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian including follow-up procedures and daily documentation of all diagnostic and treatment procedures. Ensures that treatment regimens are consistent with IACUC approved protocols.