Animal Technician jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Behavior Care Technician (Full-Time, Part-Time, and Casual Opportunities Available)
  • Animal Friends
  • Pittsburgh, PA FULL_TIME|PART_TIME
  • Description

    Do you believe in creating a more humane and compassionate community for pets and people alike? Do you love taking care of animals? If you have a passion for cats, dogs, and rabbits and want to work directly with pets until they find their forever home, here is a terrific opportunity for you at Animal Friends!   We have both full-time, part-time, and casual positions, along with both daylight and evening shifts available.  


    Who We Are: 


    Animal Friends offers an individualized and holistic approach to animal sheltering, rescue, and rehoming. Our residents receive personalized care and one-on-one interactions with the goal of maximizing their quality of life. In a shelter setting, mental health and physical health go hand in hand, and our approach focuses on minimizing stress and anxiety. With enrichment and positive reinforcement training incorporated into their routines, our animal residents have an active and cooperative role in the daily care they receive.  


    What You Will Be Doing: 

    • Working as a team to feed, exercise, socialize, and clean up after our residents. 
    • Getting to know our many cats, dogs and rabbits then sharing your insights with future adopters, behavior specialists, and members of the medical team. 
    • Helping with power washing, laundry, restocking of supplies, and occasional trash removal.  
    • Learning and implementing Fear Free techniques and positive reinforcement training when handling any animal in our care.  
    • Partnering with Humane Investigations during mass rescues.   

    Requirements

    While prior animal handling and husbandry experience is a plus, a passion for animals and animal welfare, along with a team-oriented outlook, are the key ingredients for success. You must be able to meet the physical demands (with or without accommodations) to safely move through out our kennels and feed our animals. The ideal candidate is eager to learn our team’s protocols and is adaptable to the ever-changing demands of our shelter and the community we care for.    

  • 1 Month Ago

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Veterinary Technician
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Pittsburgh, PA FULL_TIME
  • Location: VCA Fox Chapel Animal Hospital1152 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238VCA Fox Chapel Animal Hospital is seeking a full time Veterinary Technician to join the team at our 2-doctor practice in P...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Certified Veterinary Technician
  • Hilltop Animal Hospital
  • Burgettstown, PA FULL_TIME
  • Do you have an area of veterinary medicine that excites you to learn more and become the clinic expert? Does four days a week sound like the ideal schedule for you? Do you envision working in a growin...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Certified Veterinarian Technician
  • Braden Run Animal Hospital
  • Waynesburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for a hero to add to our team of heroes. We are a small intimate veterinary hospital that loves their clients and their pets. We get to know our patients intimately and love helping the...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant/Technician
  • Hilltop Animal Hospital
  • Burgettstown, PA FULL_TIME
  • Do you have an area of veterinary medicine that excites you to learn more and become the clinic expert? Does four days a week sound like the ideal schedule for you? Do you envision working in a growin...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Credentialed Veterinary Technician
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Allison Park, PA FULL_TIME
  • Seeking Credentialed Veterinary Technicians!Location: 1720 Ferguson Road, Allison Park, PA 15101At VCA Duncan Manor Animal Hospital, we are looking to add a full time Credentialed Veterinary Technicia...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Dog Groomer - Experienced
  • KD Janitorial Services
  • Monroeville, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Interact with Pets Job Summary Khaboodles Pet Supplie...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Zoological Society
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Summary: The Animal Health department is seeking an experienced and energetic veterinary...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Lab Technician
  • University of Pittsburgh
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Veterinary Lab Technician Perform animal husbandry, database management, and provides assistance in animal experiments. ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician Assistant
  • Alpha Veterinary Services
  • Uniontown, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Alpha Veterinary Services is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team!...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Technician III - Virology Lab
  • University of Pittsburgh
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Research Technician III - Virology Lab The Silva Lab at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a highly motivated, reli...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary and Husbandry Technician - Neuroscience Institute (Dietrich College)
  • Carnegie Mellon University
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • The Neuroscience Institute at Carnegie Mellon University was launched to bring together faculty and staff from across th...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Alpha Veterinary Services
  • Uniontown, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Alpha Veterinary Services is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our te...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician/ Assistant
  • Riverside Veterinary Hospital
  • Elizabeth, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Certified or experienced ONLY NEED APPLY (one + years or externship) veterinary technici...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Animal Technician jobs
$38,954 to $45,054
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.9% from a year ago