Animal Care Technician - Small/Large Animal

Worcester, MA

Full Time

Entry Level

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for performing animal care procedures including, but not limited to;
- acclimation, handling, and restraint;
- cage side observations;
- providing feed, water, and enrichment;
- cage/enclosure cleaning and sanitation;
- may assist in the preparation and distribution of routine medication, specialized diets, etc.
Assists with the set-up, receipt, and unpack of animal shipments and supplies according to SOPs and study protocols.
Operates and maintains equipment (e.g. autoclave, cage washer, rack washer, changing stations, Class II BSC, etc.) according to SOP.
Responsible for cage wash/rack wash procedures including preparing, sanitizing, and distributing cages, enclosures, and supplies in support of incoming animals and daily husbandry procedures for research studies and internal/client colonies.
Responsible for the effective sanitation of assigned areas and equipment according to SOPs.
Maintains appropriate documentation including, but not limited to; animal identification, cage side observations, equipment operation and maintenance, and environmental parameters (e.g. temperature, humidity).
Observes, records and reports atypical findings to veterinary staff and senior personnel.
Performs tasks or procedures according to company policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
Complies with all regulatory guidelines, occupational health as well as health and safety programs, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

WE HAVE GREAT BENEFITS TOO!

Medical, Dental, Vision with generous portion paid by employer!
Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement, Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with matching
Short-term and Long-term Disability, Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Vacation, Holidays, Sick/Personal Days

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