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Senior Animal Technician

3 months ago

Bastrop, United States MD Anderson Cancer Center Full time

This full-time, benefits eligible 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 Senior Animal Technician position is to provide the highest quality of technical skills and assistance in animal health care. Impacts the technical support and assistance in the performance of procedures and techniques in the area of laboratory animal care, medicine or surgery within the Department of Comparative Medicine. This position will primarily support the Central Services, Clinic and Surgery 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. Performs checking locks of other care staff.

Prepares and distributes daily diet/enrichment.

May provide direction and basic husbandry training to staff.

Participates in positive reinforcement training for maintenance of trained behaviors. May assist with weekly produce supply orders and feeding schedule.

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).

Assists 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.

Provides technical service support for various activities that may include clinical and surgical support.

Assists Veterinarians, Supervisors, or Technologist in restraining, administering medications, and injections.

Under supervision, administers anesthetic agents, intramuscular and intravenous injections.

Conducts animal health and behavioral observations. Reports changes in animal behavior and appearance to Supervisor. Conducts 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.

Under supervision, may assist in operating radiology and imaging unit.

As assigned, may receive controlled drug training and drug key access. 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).

Requires proficiency in the use of electronic health records and database applications. May serve as a weekend lead.

Serves as back-up for Team Leaders/Technologists or Supervisors as assigned.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree.

Certification: Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) within 180 days of eligibility. Any employee hired or rehired after September 1, 2012 must possess required certification.

Preferred Certification: AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician Certification.

Experience: Three years of animal care experience in an animal hospital/clinic, research facility or related field to include one year in specialized housing and/or technical procedures. With Associate's degree, one year of required experience or with Bachelor's degree, no experience.

Preferred Experience: Experience gained in a university research setting.

Onsite Presence: Is Required.

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.

Additional Information

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  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days, Varied, Weekends
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 44,000
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 53,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 61,500
  • FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Soft
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: No
  • Referral Bonus Available?: No
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: No
  • Science Jobs: No

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