Animal Technician

1 month ago

Collegeville PA United States Yoh Full time
Animal Technician needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific's client located in Collegeville, PA.

This position is for a major pharmaceutical company and requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' experience or associates degree in a recognized program for veterinary technicians. Certification as an Animal Health Technician or AALAS LATg preferred.

Schedule Monday to Friday, 1st shift.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducts daily observations, treatments and diagnostic procedures for a variety of laboratory animal species to provide high quality animal care
  • Works well independently and with others to efficiently handle multiple priorities in a variety of areas. Plans the orderly direction of work, effectively establishes priorities, efficiently implements and performs procedures in support of colony health programs and investigator research
  • Conducts animal health procedures (e.g. injections, IV catheterization, bandaging) with skill and proficiency in a variety of laboratory animal species to ensure the health of the research animal colony
  • Performs routine and more complicated procedures (e.g. anesthesia, radiology, dosing, sampling) with proficiency to provide quality animal care and in support of research
  • Assists with coordination and performance of quarantine and preventative programs (e.g. vaccinations, tuberculosis testing, blood collection, rodent pathogen testing) in laboratory animals with proficiency
  • Assists with behavioral assessments and makes decisions regarding socialization and enrichment plans for NHPs under the direction of the behavioral specialist
  • Assists in assessment of critical cases and pain management of the animal colonies. Assists in making recommendations on more complicated health issues (e.g. post-operative care of new animal models, critical care patients)
  • Assists with coordination and management of the rodent colony health monitoring program as needed. Proficient at performing tasks related to this program (anesthesia, blood collection, necropsies).
  • Complies with applicable written procedures such as LASG SOPs, LASG policies and R&D safety policies
  • Proficient at basic computer skills necessary for the role
  • Utilizes personal protective equipment appropriately and conducts themselves in a manner to afford protection against work-related hazards. Attends mandated safety training sponsored.
  • Assists in coordination and development of environmental enrichment and socialization programs in a variety of laboratory animal species as needed

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years' experience or associates degree in a recognized program for veterinary technicians.
  • Certification as an Animal Health Technician or AALAS LATg preferred.
  • Good clinical veterinary skills.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good organizational and teamworking skills.
  • Experience in research setting or pharmaceutical company preferred.
  • Knowledge of regulations relevant to laboratory animals preferred.

Opportunity is Calling, Apply Now
Contract: 6-month contract with possibility of extension and/or conversion.
Pay rate: $19.81 per hour, W2.
Recruiter: Ery Baniqued
What's In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • 401K Retirement Saving Plan
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Referral Bonus Programs

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Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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