Cage Washer

SBM Management Services•Saint Joseph, MO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cage Washer will be responsible for safely performing routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse of the assigned areas including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED with 6 months – 1 year of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of Cage Wash Pre-Screening Assessment required
Ability to read and write in English to understand basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively with patients, staff and respond to basic questions
Ability to understand spoken English to follow basic safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate effectively in basic English with staff in response to routine questions
Basic familiarity with computers; ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
Must not be overly allergic to animals to affect ability to work with laboratory animals.

Nice To Haves

An understanding of GxP principles is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform equipment routine start-up and shut down procedures
Maintain sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other related areas, such as hallways and storage areas
Perform all duties listed on the daily schedule
Operate motorized cleaning equipment
Maintain daily upkeep of assigned area
Report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor
Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
Stop at risk behavior of others and self
Perform work assignments in a team with other employees
Perform repetitive tasks
Maintain clean work area
Follow all protocols, company procedures, policies, and rules
Take direction and respond to supervision
Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner
Fill in during staff shortage
Use proper personal protective equipment
Present a professional appearance and conduct
Understand customer service and satisfaction
Understand reporting systems, and the environment
Assist in installation of caging and other facility equipment
Process all waste bedding material using either a vacuum bedding disposal or HEPA filtered bedding disposal unit; wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling waste bedding
Operate mechanical cage wash units according to department standard operating procedures and manufacturer instructions; report all deficiencies immediately to the Supervisor
Stage cage components into units using appropriate bedding and enrichment material; ensure cage components are excellent working condition and reports and deficits to the Supervisor immediately
Operate steam autoclaves to sterilize equipment as required; ensure proper sterilization using cycle assurance indicators record all results on the Autoclave Assurance Log; report failures immediately to the Supervisor