LABORATORY ANIMAL TECH TRAINEE,

ATRIUM HEALTH WAKE FOREST BAPTIST ANIMAL RESOURCE PROGRAM

• Multiple positions open across three campuses: Bowman Gray, Clarkson, Downtown
• Starting pay: $16.00/hour

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, learns to perform general care and maintenance of laboratory animals and facilities in a research and teaching environment. Successfully completes structured training within eight to eighteen months to be retained in classification and/or promoted to a Laboratory Animal Technician. Requires some weekend and holiday work, as individuals are considered essential personnel for animal care. Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED equivalent with relevant animal work in a professional or farm setting desired.

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operate routine animal care and use equipment (e.g., tunnel washer, rack washer, bulk sterilizer)
• Ability to communicate effectively, good interpersonal/human relations skills
• Ability to perform necessary documentation and recordkeeping
• Ability to utilize simple computer skills e.g. email, training modules
• Ability to work as part of a team; good time-management skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Feeds, waters, and dispenses bedding for all animal species according to specific requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Distinguishes between different varieties of animal food and bedding.
• Observes animals and recognizes signs of illness, discomfort, and/or distress. Alerts veterinary staff to animal's condition.
• Maintains sanitary animal housing equipment and facility according to SOPs to achieve a state of functional readiness.
• Monitors environment of animal facility and completes building/room log sheets and or reports daily tasks and conditions in electronic system.
• Assembles animal cage equipment and observes equipment for evidence of needed repairs.
• Safely handles all animal species while maintaining proper identification and location.
• Completes and documents animal census on a weekly basis.
• Communicates pertinent information to clinical, supervisory, and management personnel verbally.
• Provides species-specific environmental enrichment items according to schedules.
• Reads, reviews, and follows all SOPs associated with position and campus specific procedures.
• Completes American Association Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Learning Library training modules associated with Wake Forest Track for this position along with the campus specific modules.

PREFERRED FUNCTION

• Ability to drive a small box truck as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor/outdoor work environment
• Work includes weekend and holiday work schedules
• Possible exposure to outdoor elements and odors
• Exposure to animal and human pathogens and potential allergens
• Exposure to animals that can inflict bites, kick, or scratch

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bending and lifting of cages, feed and bedding
• The need to lift, push or pull heavy objects
• Negative tests for active tuberculosis
• Color vision

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winston-Salem, NC 27101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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