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Posted: 28-Jun-25
Location: San Carlos, California
Type: Full-time
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Internal Number: 255732
Join the Labcorp Team in San Carlos, CA as a Surgical Specialist- Research Medical Devices!
The medical device division is looking for an individual to add to the surgery team. Exciting opportunity with someone with years of experience in surgery!!
**A strong candidate must have anesthetic drug knowledge and has used such skills in a clinical or laboratory setting. A command of anesthetic management, pre-op and post op care, familiarity with imaging equipment such as fluoroscopy, x-ray and ultrasound. Knowledge of interventional radiology techniques, and experience with assisting in general surgery, cardiovascular and orthopedic procedures a plus. The candidate will also have strong communication skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as on their own.
Duties and responsibilities included
? Ensure animals are cared for in accordance to regulatory guidelines and with the highest scientific, humane, and ethical principles?
? Report all animal care concerns and becomes involved in resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary.?
Study Conduct?
? Can interpret and understand a complex protocol and coordinates resources appropriately.?
? Has an understanding of good research practices (GXP) principles.?
? Reviews all documentation, understands the level of a quality assurance (QA) audit.?
? Maintain client confidentiality at all times.?
? Utilizes computer software.?
? Ensures study activities are conducted according to protocol, standard operating procedure documents, and government regulations.????
Training and Development?
? Performs various medicant administration routes, general physical exams, sample collection techniques and restraint procedures on multiple species as applicable.?
? Operate imaging equipment such fluoroscopy, x-ray, intravascular and transesophageal ultrasound.
? May perform methods of euthanasia on multiple species.?
? Performs aseptic surgical preparation, anesthesia, and surgical procedures on multiple species as applicable.?
? Effectively manages time and resources.?
? Support other departments on study-related tasks
? Understands Animal Care and Use Activities (ACUA and IACUC).?
? Maintains positive relationships and may collaborate with veterinary staff and other groups to achieve outcomes.?
? Adapts easily and supports a changing work environment and needs of the department.?
? May assume administrative responsibilities??
? Trains, assists and/or mentors staff.?
Process Improvement/Innovation?
? Contributes to process improvements and updates within specialty area.?
? May help in the review of SOPs and development of new procedures.??
? Recognize and communicate gaps for potential process and procedural improvements.?
*Performs other related duties as assigned.?
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
Strong candidate will have anesthetic drug knowledges in a clinical or laboratory setting.
Anesthetic management, pre-op and post op care
Familiarity with imaging equipment such as fluoroscopy, x-ray and ultrasound Knowledge of interventional radiology techniques
****Experience with assisting in general surgery, cardiovascular and orthopedic procedures a plus
Strong communication skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as on their own.
? 1 - 5 years in previous surgical position (performance dependent)
? Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Associate degree in Laboratory Animal Technology or Associate degree in Veterinary Technology.??
? An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education.?
Preferred Qualifications:
? AALAS certification at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) level
? ASR certification
Skills and Competencies:
? Good verbal and written communication skills??
? Data documentation and QC skills?
? Problem solving skills??
? Ability to recognize improvement opportunities and contribute ideas for solutions?
? Capacity to seek and deliver constructive feedback?
? Supportive of teamwork and collaboration?
? Basic Computer Knowledge?
? Basic Math Skills?
Pay Range: $40-$58/hour ($83,000 to $120,000)
All job offers will be based on a candidate?s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
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Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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