Animal Technician, Sr. jobs in Georgiana, AL

Animal Technician, Sr. provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician, Sr. 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, Sr. 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, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Animal Technician, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lab Animal Technician
  • Tuskegee University
  • Tuskegee, AL FULL_TIME
  • Position Information

    Position Title
    Lab Animal Technician

    Job Summary

    Essential Job Duties
    • Keep records of animals and CMRC inventory
    • Receive research animals, take vital signs, assess health status (Vet Technician training, a plus)
    • Keep records and inventory of animals received.
    • Keep equipment and resources clean and available for researchers Daily observe the animals and have some knowledge of animal behavior Report illness of animals to ADAC or AV.
    • Treat sick animals as directed by AV or ADAC.
    • Feed and water to all animals on a daily basis.
    • Assist in exercising animals, especially dogs as needed and/or required.
    • Clean animal cages, feeders, water bottles, lixits, rubber stoppers, etc. as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
    • Maintain all Equipment safe, and in good working conditions.
    • Report malfunctioning equipment to ADAC or AV immediately after discovery.
    • Assist research investigators and research assistants/graduate students in the proper handling of animals.
    • Provide research investigators and research assistants or Graduate students needed resources as required.
    • Assist in ensuring that all investigators and research assistants/graduate students to comply with proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and observe the animal welfare regulations; otherwise report such violation to the ADAC or AV immediately.
    • Assist in the collection of blood, urine and feces from animals as directed.
    • Receive purchased animals ordered from vendors
    • Keep inventories of animals and availability of food and bedding supplies on hand.
    • Transport animals and animal feed and beddings to designated laboratory.
    • Clean hallways, coolers, animal rooms and storage rooms as per SOP.
    • Assist ADAC and AV in the labeling and record keeping of laboratory supplies and equipment.


    Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
    • At least High School graduate or have GED or higher, plus completion of an approved program for laboratory animal care/technician or experience in working with animals


    • Must have an American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level or higher. (OR must become certified within one year of employment)

    • Have at least one, or preferably three or more years of working experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in a laboratory animal facility in an institution, industry, or government


    Physical Demands

    Skills and Attributes


    • Basic knowledge of the husbandry of rodents (mice, rat, hamster, guinea pigs), rabbits, dogs, goats, horses, birds, cattle, or other laboratory animals.
    • Ability to take care of immune-comprised research animals.
    • Ability to treat animals as directed by Assistant Director of Animal Care (ADAC) or Attending Veterinarian
    • Ability to collect biologic specimens from laboratory rodents, rabbits, dogs, cattle, horses, birds and other laboratory animals for necropsy diagnosis and clinical pathologic diagnosis.
    • Ability to lift up to fifty pounds (50 lbs).


    Additional Desirable Qualifications

    • Be able to work in cooperation with all employees of Comparative Medicine Resource Center (CMRC) or other areas in the Veterinary School.
    • Work in cooperation with all University Faculty and Staff, students or vendors that work directly with and/or in the CMRC facility.


    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number

    Will this position required travel?
    Occasionally

    Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
    Yes

    Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
    No

    Number of Vacancies
    2

    Desired Start Date
    01/03/2023

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date
    12/09/2022

    Close Date
    11/30/2023

    Open Until Filled
    No

    Special Instructions Summary
    Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
    • Tuskegee University employment application
    • Cover Letter
    • Resume/CV
    • Copies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

    Quick Link for Internal Postings
    https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/126
  • 9 Days Ago

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Veterinary technician
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME WEEKEND OVERNIGHT ICU Veterinary Technician. This position does qualify for the SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL ! 3 / 12hr shifts . Locat...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Emergency Veterinary Technician
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a full time Overnight and Weekend Day Experienced ER Veterinary Technician (LVT preferred).Work week is Thursday overnight then Saturday...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician / Assistant
  • East Montgomery Animal Hospital
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Veterinary Assistant East Montgomery Animal Hospital 8424 Vaughn Road Montgomery, AL 36117 We believe in a Whole Person Approach when it comes to our veterinary teams. This includes a living wage for ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Veterinary Technician Lead
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician with a passion for leadership to join our team as an Assistant to the Vet Tech Supervisor!Location: 3200 Eastern ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Weekend/Overnight Veterinary Technician
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME WEEKEND OVERNIGHT ICU Veterinary Technician. This position does qualify for the SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL!3/12hr shifts.Location: 3...
  • 5 Days Ago

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CDL Independent Contractor
  • Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Owner Operators - Earn as much as $150,000/yr! As a 100% employee owned trucking company, we understand what it means to...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN-Up to $35.75/hr+ & $10k Sign on Bonus
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Make a Difference Every Day: Registered Nurses Needed! Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) seeki...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • GENERAL PURPOSE: The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the care of a specified group of residents in collaboration w...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Unit Manager-$10k Sign on Bonus & Excellent Benefits
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Monday-Friday (possible on call rotation) We are in search of a qualified RN Unit Manager to be a leader in our facility...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN-$10k Sign on Bonus & Up to $28/hr+
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Make a Difference in the Lives of Seniors: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Needed Do you have a passion for caring for ot...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing Student Aide: Gain on the job Experience while in Nursing School!
  • Georgiana Health And Rehabilitation LLC
  • Georgiana, AL
  • Why wait to apply your nursing skills? Nursing Student Aide is a paid position that allows you to apply and learn nursin...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Janitor & Custodian
  • Loves
  • Greenville, AL
  • Benefits Flexible Schedule + Competitive pay (paid weekly) + Holiday pay + Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plan...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Greenville, AL
  • The Assistant Store Manager will support the Store Manager in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance and sto...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Georgiana is a town in Butler County, Alabama, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of the town was 1,738. Georgiana is located in southern Butler County at 31°38'24.313" North, 86°44'21.991" West (31.640087, -86.739442). Interstate 65 passes to the northwest of the town, with access from exit 114 (State Route 106). U.S. Route 31 (Mobile Road) passes through the east side of the town, leading north 16 miles (26 km) to Greenville, the county seat. Via I-65, it is 58 miles (93 km) north to Montgomery, the state capital, and 110 miles (180 km) southwest to Mobile. According to the...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician, Sr. jobs
$41,560 to $46,814
Georgiana, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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