Processing Technician

BC US LLC • Immokalee, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Technician I will work under the direct supervision of the Technical Operations Manager. The ideal candidate will play a role within the processing team and will work in a fast-paced animal vivarium environment performing various processing task on client owned NHPs that include but not limited to TB test, monthly weights, health observations and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 1 years’ related experience required.
• Compassionate: Being kind and humane is important in working with animals involved in scientific research.
• Patient: Being patient helps to calm nervous or frightened animals if they are ill.
• Observant: Accurately assessing the habits, behavior, and physical appearance of an animal is important to obtaining accurate observation findings.
• Critical thinking: Properly evaluating the facts and information relative to the treatment being conducted is important for coming to an accurate conclusion.
• Interpersonal: Having strong relationship skills allows technicians to work effectively with veterinarians, assistants, and others involved in animal care.
• Verbal and written communication: Describing and recording observations, calculations, and findings clearly and accurately is key.
• Strength and endurance: Being physically fit is necessary, as animals may need to be manipulated or lifted, as well as heavy medical equipment and instruments.
• Observe the behavior and condition of animals.
• Provide care or emergency first aid to recovering or injured animals.
• Restrain animals during exams or procedures.
• Administer anesthesia to animals and monitor their responses.
• Proof of measles vaccination or updated titers prior to initial contact with animals.
• Current results of TB testing or be tested prior to initial contact with animals. Annual tuberculosis screening is required of all employees.
• Employees may occasionally need to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate facility equipment.
• Visual acuity to handle potentially hazardous chemicals, cleaners, biologics (including, but not limited to direct handling of human byproducts and viruses) and/or sharps.
• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment in each area as described by SOPs.
• Has the ability to withstand ambient temperatures which may exceed 90°F.
• Personnel must be able to carry out the essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

Nice To Haves

• ALAT Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently fast-paced understands relevant guidelines, policies, and SOPs.
• Complies with all regulatory guidelines, occupational health as well as health and safety programs, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct daily health observations of NHPs
• Administration of NHP treatments via various routes that include topical, oral, SQ, IV, IM, ID.
• Perform TB test on NHPs per client request and conduct TB reads.
• Perform O&P swab and fecal collection from NHPs
• Monitoring of hospitalized NHPS
• Processing preparation and clean up.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED