Animal Technician - Comparative Medicine, Requisition #: 141658
This position is located at The
Michale E. Keeling Center for Comparative Medicine and Research in Bastrop,
Texas.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to
eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding
programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through
education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees
and the public.
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Animal Technician position is to provide competent
technical skills in all areas of animal care in the daily operation of an
animal colony within the Department of Comparative Medicine. This position will
primarily support the Central Services, Clinics, & Surgery and SPF Baboon
Nursery areas and may assist in other animal areas as needed. Works weekends
and holidays on a scheduled, rotating basis; may work overtime as authorized by
the Manager. This position may be subject to working in biocontainment areas
requiring compliance with specific protocols.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Animal Husbandry and Facility
Maintenance
Performs daily husbandry and disposal of waste materials.
Operates cage sanitation equipment.
May assist checking locks of other care staff.
Prepares and distributes daily diet/enrichment.
May provide basic husbandry training to staff.
Participates in positive reinforcement training for maintenance of trained
behaviors.
Transports animals which may require specialized training or handling
techniques.
Inspects lixit valves and water lines daily to ensure proper function.
Inspects assigned animal areas and maintain rooms, buildings, facilities, and
equipment (including enrichment). Reports issues to Supervisor or Team Leader.
Performs microbiologic monitoring (cage surface samples, water testing, water
analysis, and sterilization QA/QC).
May assist in shipment preparation procedures.
Performs basic housekeeping and restocks supplies.
Conducts inventory and reports supply needs.
Animal Healthcare and Technical
Support
Assists in a variety of
technical procedures relating to animal health to include: gross biologics
sample collection, transport samples, weaning, tattooing, wound treatment, nail
trimming, checking vitals, and physical exams.
Assists in screening animals for gross evidence of infectious and parasitic
diseases.
Assists Veterinarians, Supervisors, or Technologist in restraining,
administering medications, and injections.
Conducts animal health and behavioral observations. Reports changes in animal
behavior and appearance to Supervisor. May assist with conducting routine
observations for clinical cases.
Provides care for special needs animals (including infants).
Assists with projects involving special handling techniques which may require
protocol specific personal protective equipment.
Assembles and sterilizes surgical instruments and packs.
Assists in research protocols including GLP protocols.
Administrative and Compliance
Adheres to PPE requirements.
Works safely in close proximity to animals.
Ensures appropriate animal access to shelter, food, water and distance from
other groups.
Ensures proper cage and building lock procedures are followed.
Responsible for animal identification as required by area.
May need to respond in emergency situations.
Participates in SOP training and consistently follows SOPs and departmental
policies.
Responsible for adhering to AAALAC and IACUC standards and USDA/AWA
regulations.
Provides timely and accurate documentation and recordkeeping of husbandry and
healthcare data (including GLP).
May require proficiency in the use of electronic health records and database
applications.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education: 2 Year College Degree.
Certification: Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) from the American
Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) within 180 days of
eligibility but no more than 620 days. Any employee hired or rehired after
September 1, 2012 must possess required certification.
Preferred Certification: None.
Experience: Two years of animal care experience in an animal hospital/clinic,
research facility or related field. With either preferred degree, no experience
required.
Preferred Experience: Experience gained in a university research setting.
It is the policy of The
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment
opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by
institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction
is required by law.
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Additional Information
· Requisition ID: 141658
· Employment Status: Full-Time
· Employee Status: Regular
· FLSA: non-exempt, eligible for overtime, and is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
· Work Week: Days, Weekends
· Fund Type: Soft
· Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 27,040
· Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 34,000
· Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 40,800
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