Duties & Responsibilities

• Agricultural Animal Care
  Provide skilled paramedical support for agricultural species housed in university operated facilities, including but not limited to:
  a. Identify and report sick animals and emergency conditions.
  b. Inspect incoming animals to the facilities within 48 hours of arrival.
  c. Handling and restraining of agricultural animals as appropriate for age and species.
  d. Collecting biological samples, completing submission forms and packaging for the appropriate laboratory
  e. Provide intra-operative and post-operative monitoring of animals.
  f. Assist with training of research staff, students, and staff employees.
  g. Assist with monitoring surgical records and maintaining health records.
  h. Help maintain the herd health plans, order drugs and supplies and ensure proper labeling and documentation.
  i. Appropriate administration and record keeping for controlled substances
  j. Assist with maintaining office operations for ACP-Ag
• Performs other related duties as assigned. May be required to work holidays and possible rotating weekend on-call assignments.