Animal Care/Cage Wash Technician I

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

5d•$19 - $24

About The Position

Performs daily cage sanitation and sterilization tasks including facility sanitations required to keep animals housed in the Biological Resource Center (BRC) within regulatory compliance and department SOPs. Working as a team to deliver product for facility use on a daily basis.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience and AALAS certification at the ALAT level is preferred.
Experience working with animals in an animal research setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs cleaning, sanitation and preparation of clean and soiled caging and accessories in a timely manner in both the clean and dirty cage wash areas.
Performs safe operation of cage wash machinery including autoclaves, mechanical washers and bedding dispenser, and various equipment within the facility.
Performs daily maintenance requirements of cage wash equipment and notify supervisor of any equipment malfunctions.
Performs area and department sanitations.
Maintains quality control records for cage wash and assigned areas.
Prepares clean, sterilized caging for facility use each day for the following day.
Follows and understands traffic flow patterns for department and area to eliminate cross contamination.
Receive and store incoming cage wash supplies; maintain clean and orderly storage room(s).
Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.