Animal Laboratory Technician
Milwaukee, WI 
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Position Description: Lab Animal Technician I Purpose Under the direction of others, provide animal husbandry, health monitoring and support services for laboratory animals to facilitate research activities. Primary Functions Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors & support areas by using appropriate techniques to promote animal health & welfare and to comply with policies. Care may include specialized, non-conventional areas of the facility. Provide nutrition for animals by supplying feed & water. Assess animal health status by gathering and documenting data and observing animals in their environment to detect and report abnormal conditions. Handle, restrain and transport animals by using appropriate techniques to allow for the care and research to be performed in a safe and humane manner. Sanitize, organize and maintain animal cages and equipment by operating cage washer, tunnel washer, bedding dispensers and autoclave. Sanitize corridors and support areas using appropriate techniques to promote animal health and welfare and to comply with policies. Perform maintenance and ensure proper operation of equipment and machinery in cage wash. Monitor environment and/or machinery and equipment by obtaining, documenting and comparing data against established standards. Maintain records by collecting and recording data to facilitate management of the facility. . Administer treatments, euthanize animals and provide assistance during special procedures by acting under the direction of others to facilitate research and/or clinical activities. . Receive and properly process various shipments from loading dock. Properly package waste materials. Attend in-house training classes to become more knowledgeable in laboratory animal science. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Schedule: M-F; 40 hrs wk with daily overtime; weekends and holidays as scheduled required Position Requirements: Knowledge Skills Abilities Willingness to work hard and be open to learning new tasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and problem solving skills. Ability to closely follow established procedures. Strong attention to detail and ability to closely follow established procedures. Critical thinking, resource management, computer and writing skills. Organizational Structure Building: TBRC Department: Research Office Division: Biomedical Resource Center Reports to (Title): BRC Supervisor Direct Reports (Titles): None Collaborates with (Titles): BRC management and staff and internal customers. Specifications Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis Minimum Required Education: High School Diploma Minimum Required Experience: No experience required Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher Preferred Experience: Previous animal handling Field: Science or veterinary related Certification: Assistant Lab Animal Technician (ALAT) at time of hire is preferred Workweek Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours (M- F, 6:00 2:30 or 7:30 to 4:00) and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs for daily overtime, weekends and holidays as required. Job Scope Complexity routine tasks applying slight judgment Impact errors may cause serious damage or expense Autonomy works closely with leader Communication obtains/provides information or services. Maintains relationships with coworkers or other units Responsibility executes based on direction Confidentiality works with minimal confidential information Leadership no work leadership responsibility Physical Requirements Work requires movement of feed, bedding, cages, and other equipment require regular pushing, pulling and lifting of heavy objects. Must climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch and stand or walk continuously. Must be able to manipulate equipment using both hands. Perceive attributes of objects such as size and shape using fingers and hands. Many repetitive motions are required, including wrist rotations, stoops, body turns, reaching overhead and lifts. Risk Potential Frequent exposure to hazards such as dust, fumes, or extreme temperatures, airborne or blood borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, or animal allergens. Possibility of exposure to bites, scratches and zoonotic diseases. May be required to work in areas where biohazards or radioactive substances are used. Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. Must have sufficient visual acuity to perform activities such as repeated close visual inspection involving observing small defects and objects, minor physical changes in animals, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, and operation of machinery. Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Exposure to animal wastes, chemicals, acids, odors, loud noises, heat, humidity and wet surfaces is to be expected. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. About MCW The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists and health professionals; we discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences; we provide cutting-edge, collaborative patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

 

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Job Summary
Company
Medical College Of Wisconsin
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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