What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Biomere (Biomedical Research Models, Inc.)?
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.
- 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