Animal Technician, Sr. jobs in Richmond, VA

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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Animal Care Technician 1-3
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • Richmond, VA FULL_TIME
  • Summary:
    Welcome to VCU ... a world unlike any other!

    We combine learning, research, creativity, service and discovery with a commitment to inclusive excellence. Ranked by U.S. News as one of the 30 “most innovative” public universities in the country, VCU is a premier, urban, public research university home to multiple nationally ranked programs.

    Here, your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay and mission-driven work. We advance a conscientious drive to support a climate where excellence and success for all people are valued and differences are celebrated.

    All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s generous benefits package that includes: competitive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, Virginia Retirement System (VRS), professional development, tuition waiver, parental leave, caregiving leave and community service leave.

    Explore our benefits further below: https://hr.vcu.edu/currentemployees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

    Together, we can be unstoppable!

    Animal Care Technician Typical Duties:
    The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) and Division of Animal Resources (DAR) invites applicants to apply for an outstanding opportunity to join our Team as an Animal Care Technician. Animal Care Technicians are responsible for cleaning of a variety of soiled animal cages and racks. The incumbent will clean, disinfect and sterilize animal cages using the guidelines established by the regulatory authorities and the Division. The responsibilities of the position will be for the health, care and husbandry of animals under the direct care of the incumbent. You will be responsible for assigned animals, which each animal will be cared for humanely, following the guidelines established by the national regulatory agencies and the Division of Animal Resources.The incumbent must observe animals daily for sickness or signs of distress and immediately report any of these conditions to the reporting supervisor or the clinical veterinarian. Additionally, must perform daily inspections of the animal rooms for repairs and environmental needs and supply requirements. Must be familiar with disease control procedures and be able to handle animals accordingly; be able to perform weekly or as needed, cleaning assignments for areas outside of vivarium; be able to work with little or no supervision once trained on assigned tasks. Annual safety requirements will be completed to include; fit testing, TB testing and drug screening. Training will be given on how to dump soiled bedding into appropriate containers, and disposing of bags of soiled bedding. Loading the cages into cage wash equipment, and unloading and stacking the clean cages. Transporting the cages to cage preparation areas. The VCU, Division of Animal Resources maintains and checks on the research animals 365 days a year. The Animal Care Tech position is a Monday-Friday position, however some weekend and holiday work is required.

    Further duties as listed below is included for the position:

    - Preparing cages for use

    - Loading and unloading cages into autoclaves

    - Handling of bulk bags of bedding and animal feed (up to 50lbs.)

    - Maintaining cleanliness of the cage wash area

    - Performing routine maintenance on the cage washers

    - Monitoring cage wash performance to ensure proper operation

    -Observing and feeding animals

    -Other duties as assigned.

    Minimum hiring standards:
    -Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

    -High school diploma or equivalent.

    -Ability to follow both oral and written instructions required.

    -Possess several years of animal care experience, either in a laboratory or clinic, or have been responsible for personal pets.

    -Must be able to lift 50 lbs easily; to stand for long periods of time up to one hour; to interact with animals for long periods of time; to handle animals safely; to coexist with animals; to disinfect walls, floors, and cages; to daily inspect rooms and determine when supplies are needed.

    -Must be able to properly handle and apply chemicals safely during room cleaning processes; to wear any protective clothing or materials as needed; to observe and respond to situations in an appropriate manner. Individual needs to be able to work well with others and to meet deadlines.
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Animal Health Technician
  • US Veterans Health Administration
  • Richmond, VA FULL_TIME
  • Duties ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Major Duties: Manages program to monitor protocols. (I.E. ...
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Veterinary Technician
  • Lakeside Animal Hospital LLC
  • Henrico, VA FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Lakeside Animal Hospital is looking for an LVT to join our growing practice. We are a fast-paced exotic animal hospital that seeks to provide a top-notch experience for both Owner and Patient alike. O...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
  • Little Paws Animal Clinic
  • Richmond, VA PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Little Paws Animal Clinic is hiring and we need you! Our team is growing and we are looking to make waves in the Veterinary industry. About Us: Little Paws Animal Clinic is a well-established and thri...
  • 5 Days Ago
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Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Wellesley Animal Hospital
  • Henrico, VA FULL_TIME
  • Wellesley Animal Hospital is located in Richmond, Virginia. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs, cats, exotics and pocket pets and offer services such as routine me...
  • 18 Days Ago
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Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Midlothian Animal Clinic
  • Midlothian, VA FULL_TIME
  • $2500 Sign-On Bonus for this Role Midlothian Animal Clinic is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. Located in Midlothian, VA, we have the serv...
  • 30 Days Ago
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Animal Care Technician 1-3
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Richmond, VA
  • Summary: Welcome to VCU ... a world unlike any other! We combine learning, research, creativity, service and discovery w...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Dentistry Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
  • National Veterinary Associates
  • Richmond, VA
  • Job Description This position requires a veterinary technician license Virginia Veterinary Centers is looking for an add...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Laboratory Specialist - Pharmacology & Toxicology
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Richmond, VA
  • Summary Seeking a highly motivated individual to be a part of a dynamic research team leading NIH-sponsored efforts to d...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Licensed Veterinary Technician
  • Baby Sox LLC d/b/a Pocoshock Animal Hospital
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Licensed Veterinary Technician needed in veterinary hospital with two DVMs and see only ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Lab Technician - Dept. of Pharmacology & Toxicology
  • State of Virginia
  • Richmond, VA
  • Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education an...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Lab Technician, Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research - School of Medicine / Neurology
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Richmond, VA
  • Sr. Lab Technician, Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research Program, School of Medicine / Neurology Virginia Commonwea...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Laboratory Technician, Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research - School of Medicine / Neurology
  • State of Virginia
  • Richmond, VA
  • Laboratory Technician, Muscular Dystrophy Translational Research Program - School of Medicine / Neurology Virginia Commo...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Technical Director, School of Medicine-SSLI Research Laboratories
  • State of Virginia
  • Richmond, VA
  • Summary: The Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health (SSLI) is recruiting a central Technical D...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Richmond, Virginia

Richmond (/ˈrɪtʃmənd/) is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. It is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and the Greater Richmond Region. Richmond was incorporated in 1742 and has been an independent city since 1871. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 204,214; in 2016, the population was estimated to be 223,170, making Richmond the fourth-most populous city in Virginia. The Richmond Metropolitan Area has a population of 1,260,029, the third-most populous metro in the state. Richmond is located at the fall line of the James R...
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What does an Animal Technician, Sr. do?

Animal Technician, Sr. in Corpus Christi, TX
Animal technicians look after animals in laboratories.
February 06, 2020
Animal Technician, Sr. in Jamestown, NY
Animal Technicians work one-on-one with animals to support veterinary, pharmaceutical, agricultural and medical scientists and students with their work.
January 14, 2020
Animal Technician, Sr. in Youngstown, OH
An animal technician provides care to animals with the supervision of a veterinarian.
January 02, 2020