Surgical Technologist - Sacramento (Rodent)

Join Our Team as a Surgical Technologist
 

Are you passionate about precision, animal care, and making a meaningful impact on research? We're looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join our team, where your skills will support groundbreaking research and customer satisfaction.

In this role, you'll perform essential surgical procedures and provide critical support across the surgical services team. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to grow your expertise in rodent surgery, we want to hear from you!

Technologists are provided with support and encouraged to pursue certifications the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (ALAT, LAT, LATG).

What You'll Do

As a Surgical Technologist, you’ll be responsible for:

• Performing basic major surgical procedures including (but not limited to):
  • Testicle removal (castration).
  • Ovary removal (ovariectomy).
  • Vas deferens ligation (vasectomy).
• Carrying out perioperative tasks such as:
  • Pre-operative health assessments.
  • Safe and effective anesthesia administration.
  • Accurate medication dosing and documentation.
  • Intra-operative vital monitoring.
  • Ensuring smooth anesthetic recovery.
  • Maintaining complete and consistent surgical records.
• Providing surgical support through:
  • Post-operative animal assessment and treatment.
  • Stocking and sanitizing surgical areas.
  • Equipment maintenance and basic husbandry.
  • Packing mice for shipment to customers.
• Continuously developing and refining your surgical skills.
• Performing other duties as needed.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven ability to work with laboratory rodents.
• Prior experience using aseptic techniques to perform basic survival surgical procedures on mice using a microscope.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across various levels of the organization..
• A positive attitude and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends/holidays and occasional travel.
• Ability to perform confident, responsible animal handling and a variety of biomethods.
• Exceptional attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and communicate effectively with your team.
• A proactive mindset for learning and skill development.

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to learn more about you! Please submit your cover letter and resume with your application. Tell us why you're excited about this opportunity and how your experience aligns with the role.

Pay Range: $23.73 - $34.41

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About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.