Comparative Medicine Technician II- Center for Comparative Medicine & Surgery
About The Position
The Comparative Medicine Technician II is responsible for small animal husbandry, including cleaning and maintenance of the animal facility, and monitoring and reporting on environmental room and housing conditions. This role participates in animal health surveillance, ensures accurate record keeping, and follows procedures to comply with operating and regulatory requirements related to animal care. The technician will also assist with the guidance and training of new technicians and is responsible for the receipt and housing of small laboratory animals. Other duties may be required as assigned by management.
Requirements
- H.S./G.E.D.
- 2-3 years animal care experience
- AALAS (LAT Level)
Responsibilities
- Provide animals with clean cages, water, and food.
- Identify functional caging equipment and report equipment maintenance.
- Sanitize cages using washroom equipment.
- Remove waste material such as bedding, trash, etc.
- Ensure clean and operating equipment (racks and biological cabinets).
- Make adjustments to equipment as needed and make minor decisions in the use of equipment.
- Understand the function of various equipment within the facility (tunnel washer, rack washer, autoclave, bottle filler, etc.) to prevent damage or loss of time.
- Provide a clean and safe work environment.
- Report facility damage to supervisor.
- Maintain a clean work area.
- Sanitize and disinfect cage wash, equipment, and other facility areas.
- Identify, record, and report environmental conditions.
- Identify health-related issues.
- Record and report issues to veterinary staff.
- Euthanize animals upon request.
- Follow detailed written instructions in performing routine work, paying close attention to details.
- Record cage census as required.
- Provide a clean and safe atmosphere for animals, employees, and facility users.
- Contribute and recommend new ideas and input on problem-solving issues.
- Participate in departmental training of various areas comprising animal, facility, and employment-related issues.
- Contribute to the workforce and environment by exhibiting newly learned skills and sharing newly found knowledge with others.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
