Senior Comparative Medicine Specialist- Center for Comparative Medicine & Surgery
Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Comparative Medicine Specialist is capable of performing all animal husbandry duties from Trainee to Comparative Medicine Specialist. The CM Specialist serves as a floor lead, acting as a liaison between the assistant supervisor and husbandry staff. This role also assists in veterinary medicine and other duties as required.
Requirements
- H.S./G.E.D.
- 3 - 5 years animal care experience
- AALAS (LATg Level)
Responsibilities
- Provide animals with clean cages, water, and food.
- Identify functional caging equipment and report equipment maintenance needs.
- Sanitize cages using washroom equipment.
- Remove waste material such as bedding and trash.
- Ensure clean and operating equipment, including racks and biological cabinets.
- Make adjustments to equipment as needed and make minor decisions regarding equipment use.
- 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 the 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 in animals.
- Record and report health issues to veterinary staff.
- Euthanize animals upon request.
- Follow detailed written instructions in performing routine work with close attention to detail.
- 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 on various animal, facility, and employment-related issues.
- Contribute to the workforce and environment by exhibiting newly learned skills and sharing newly found knowledge with others.
Benefits
- Strength through Unity and Inclusion
- Commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence
- Dedication to delivering outstanding patient care
- Opportunity to join Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation
- Encouragement for all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual
- Commitment from leaders to foster a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow
- Striving to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change
- Leaders expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements
- Dedication to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
