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Salary```Overview```
The Animal Health Technologist supports the Vivarium Supervisor and Veterinary helping with the animal care and the general operations of the facility. He (She) assists researchers with the protocols for experimentation with animals and advise them on norms and best practices, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards.
```Dutiies:
-Assist the Veterinary with procedures that involve the preparation of samples for laboratory analysis, oral and topical medication, post-operative care, and other procedures, as appropiate.
-Participate in the direct inspection, care, and maintenance of animals, and inform the facility Supervisor and Veterinarian of any unusual situation for immediate treatment.
-Feed the animals and prepares special diets as directed by the Supervisor and the Veterinary.
_Clean and disinfect the equipment and instruments used in the laboratory, including the cages, tables, food containers, towels, and blankets, among others.
-Receive, inspect, and localize the animals that arrive at the Vivarium.
Calibrate and make simple repairs of laboratory instruments and equipment.
-Provide training for staff and researchers to ensure proper procedures and ensure animal welfare.
-Collaborates in coordinating the operations of the Animal Care Center and guarantees the good health and living conditions of the animals in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Collaborates in the development and implementation of policies, standards, and standard operating procedures (SOP) for the care and use of animals to comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and national standards.
-Prepares monthly and annual reports as required and necessary.
Prepares letters, memos and other documents answering correspondence related to work.
-Other related tasks that are assigned.
```Qualifications```
- Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Animal Technology or Veterinary
-Two (2) years of experience in the inspection, care, treatment, and prevention of animal diseases
-Certificate of Animal Health Technologist awarded by the American Association of Laboratory Animal Scinces (AALAS), or willingness to work toward the certification
_Available to work outside of regular hours and in emergencies
Please note that this position may require occasional evening or weekend shifts based on the needs of our Center.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
