Research Veterinary Technician / SEIU - E

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Supports the Research Investigators by providing quality, daily husbandry, enrichment, veterinary care, and upkeep of the facility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support for the daily operations of the animal facility including animal husbandry, enrichment, environmental surveillance, and cleaning/sanitizing caging and housing. (40%)

• Cleaning and disinfecting areas within the facility according to standard operating procedures and regulations. (20%)

• Performing and documenting veterinary technical procedures independently and under the direction of the Preclinical Health Manager and/or Veterinarian. (10%)

• Veterinary health assistance includes, but not limited to:

• Daily monitoring and documentation of animal health

• Administering medications and treatments to animals

• Restraint of animals

• Maintaining facility equipment and reporting problems. (10%)

• Using and monitoring sanitation equipment such as cage washer and autoclave. (15%)

• Support Researchers as needed (5%)

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Graduate of a Veterinary Technician or Assistant program
• 1 year of veterinary experience
• Knowledge of standard animal husbandry equipment operation
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis

Preferred

• Animal health technician licensure
• American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification
• Bachelor's degree in animal science or related field
• Basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of animal welfare policy and regulations

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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