Veterinary Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA

Job Description

Job Announcement: Medical Assistant / Veterinary Research Technician

Company: California Medical Innovations Institute (CalMI2)

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Rate: $25.00 – $30.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)

Start Date: Immediate start available / Available to start as soon as possible

Work authorization requirements:

Applicants with CPT/OPT are welcome, and H-1B visa support is available for eligible non-

U.S. candidates.

Green card (permanent residency) sponsorship may be o ered after three years of

employment if performance is outstanding.

About Us

California Medical Innovations Institute (CalMI) is a non-profit medical research

organization dedicated to translational research and medical device innovation across

multiple biological systems, including cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, lymphatic, and

endocrine systems. We are seeking a motivated Medical Assistant / Veterinary Research

Technician to join our research team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Surgical & Interventional Procedure Support

 Assist medical doctors, veterinarians, and principal investigators during acute and

chronic surgical, interventional, and catheterization procedures on large and small

animal models, including pigs, dogs, rabbits, rats, and mice.

 Prepare operating rooms, organize surgical trays, and ensure sterile fields and

appropriate instrumentation for cardiovascular, GI, lymphatic, and endocrine

studies.

 Assist in animal positioning, physiological monitoring (ECG, blood pressure, airway

dynamics), and anesthesia logging under veterinary oversight.

2. Pre- and Post-Operative Care Manage pre-procedure preparation, including fasting schedules, pre-medication

administration, and surgical site clipping/cleansing.

 Monitor animals during post-operative recovery, including vital sign tracking, pain

assessment, and administration of prescribed medications/treatments.

 Maintain clear and accurate surgical logs, recovery records, and medical progress

notes.

3. Daily Animal Care & Husbandry

 Perform daily animal husbandry, feeding, health checks, and behavioral observation

for research models in compliance with facility standards.

 Collect blood, tissue, and biological fluid samples following study protocols and

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles.

 Support animal acclimation, handling, and habituation to minimize stress and

ensure study compliance.

4. Technical Support & Laboratory Maintenance

 Maintain, clean, sterilize, and inventory surgical tools, anesthesia machines,

monitoring equipment, and lab consumables.

 Ensure procedure rooms and holding facilities are sanitized and prepared in

accordance with institutional guidelines.

 Assist with specimen processing, tissue harvesting, and preliminary lab

testing/storage.

5. Compliance & Teamwork

 Strictly adhere to IACUC protocols, Institutional Safety Guidelines, USDA

regulations, and GLP standards.

 Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including scientists, surgeons,

veterinarians, and laboratory personnel.

 Demonstrate flexibility in adopting new experimental procedures, handling various

species, and fulfilling additional operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Animal Science, Health Sciences, or a

related field. Availability & Schedule: Available for an immediate start. Weekend and holiday

work is required.

 Experience: Open to recent graduates as well as experienced candidates. Prior

hands-on lab or animal care experience is a plus, but comprehensive training will be

provided.

 Key Traits: Adaptable, eager to learn new technical skills, strong work ethic, and

attention to detail.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

 Exposure to animal allergens and repetitive motion.

 Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 50 lbs individually, and team-lift up to 250 lbs.

 Required immunizations/screenings based on species exposure (e.g., Tetanus,

Rabies, TB, MMR, Hepatitis B).

Benefits & Growth

 Comprehensive Training: Extensive hands-on professional training provided.

 Benefits & Perks:

o Competitive compensation

o Medical, dental, and vision insurance

o Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

o 401(k) retirement plan

o Paid time o (PTO) and paid holidays

 Visa & Permanent Residency Support:

o H-1B visa sponsorship available for qualified non-U.S. candidates.

o Green Card (permanent residency) sponsorship available after 3 years of

employment, contingent upon outstanding work performance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates please email your resume/CV and a brief cover letter to

MWang@CalMI2.org. Please indicate your Work Authorization type and the earliest available start date in your application.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person