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Animal Care Specialist

2 months ago


San Diego, California, United States CEDARS-SINAI Full time
Job Summary

The Animal Lab Tech I role is a critical position in the Comparative Medicine department at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care to laboratory animals, ensuring their health and well-being in a safe and controlled environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the daily care and maintenance of laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, and cleaning of enclosures.
  • Monitor and record environmental data, including temperature, humidity, and photoperiods, to ensure optimal animal health.
  • Follow established protocols for providing unique diets and medicated water to animals, as well as operating equipment such as cage-washers and autoclaves.
  • Provide care for animals with special needs, including those that are immuno-compromised or biohazardous.
  • Assist in the receipt and inspection of delivered animals, as well as assist with animal restraint and treatments under the supervision of clinical staff.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; 1 year of experience preferred.
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Tech (ALAT) certification preferred.
About Us

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center and a leader in patient care, medical research, and education. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and their families, and we are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Animal Lab Tech I to join our team.