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)
Columbia Animal Clinic is seeking full-time or part time positions available in our small, fast pace, one DVM animal clinic. We are located in Columbia Station, Ohio. Our team is searching for the right candidate with teamwork abilities, excellent communication skills, and strong work ethic. Must have flexible schedule, multitasking skills and shows caring and compassion to maintain patient care and client standards. Empolyee houring pay rate will be based off of experience.
Our technicians have a wide range of responsibilities, which are shared by everyone.
Triage appointments, Paitent/client communication
Patient Restraint
Curbside assistants
Filling medication
In-House Laboratory blood work
In-House Fecals & Urinaylsis
In-house Digital Radiographs
Daily Cleaning Chores
Surgery assisting/ Anesthesia Monitoring/ Surgery Patient Recovery
Patient Go Home Instructions
Kennel duties
Comfortable with End of Life discussions
Candidate must be comfortable working in an general veterinary practice as well as an “urgent/emergency” care atmosphere. Multi-tasking skills would come in very handy. Candidate should have great leadership, communication skills, empathy and client focus. Strong work ethic, open availability, motivated, independently thinking, fast pace and experience with patient restraint. Experience for this position is highly recommended but candidates will have on the job training.
Position is available for mornings & evening shifts and weekly hours vary from 25-40 per week.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
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