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Closing Date:

01/02/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

RESH | Lab Animal Medicine Husbandry Srvs

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Research Veterinary Technician (RVT) will work closely with the DLAM veterinarians. This person will provide surgical assistance for UAMS and ACHRI. Will organize and maintain sanitation of the surgical suites, assist researchers, veterinarian and veterinary assistant as needed during surgical procedures to include animal prep, anesthesia, animal monitoring during surgery and drug administration. Will perform health assessments and enrichment of surgical animals daily and communicate concerns with veterinarian and investigators as needed. Will provide clinical assessment of animals by making regular rounds and working with animal care technicians to identify clinical issues. The RVT will assist the Assistant Director of Operations and Supervisor with animal husbandry support as needed.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Associates plus 2 years' experience in animal research or bachelor's degree.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licenses, certificates, or registration: CVT, ALAT
• Special knowledge, abilities and skills: Worked in an animal research setting

Additional Information:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.  
All UAMS employees will treat others with Dignity and Respect.  We communicate and share complete and unbiased information, assuring our colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order to make informed decisions.  
We participate in institutional initiatives and encourage the participation of others.  We collaborate in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service. All duties will be performed in accordance with the UAMS Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care set forth by UAMS.  These core concepts allow for an approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design and staff day-to-day interactions. It leads to better health outcomes and wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction.  The core concepts of patient and family centered care consist of Dignity & Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.

Salary Information:

$44,720.00-$50,000.00

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes