Technician Assistant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Technician Assistant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain the cage washer, bottle washer, tunnel washer, autoclave and other support equipment;
- Attend in house training programs to become more knowledgeable of and develop expertise in laboratory animal science;
- Assist in routine treatment of common clinical signs;
- Perform daily census of animals;
- Clean animal rooms daily as assigned;
- Change animal caging as scheduled;
- Assist in the maintenance of animal records;
- Observe and report any aberrations in animal room environments (room temperature, humidity, lighting, ventilation, vermin, etc.);
- Receive, transport and distribute incoming animals as specified by established animal receiving procedures;
- Bathe pets when needed;
- Comfort & restrain pets during exams & treatments;
- Administering Medication;
- Filing documents;
- Clean instruments, prepare & sterilize surgical packs;
- Walk pets.
Requirements:
- None required;
- Legally eligible to work in the United States;
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations;
- Must be at least 18 years of age;
- Valid driver’s license and must have a clean driving record;
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate. Technical training or equivalency with some related experience, usually six months;
- Must pass drug screen;
- Knowledge of E.P.A., OSHA, WISHAHighly desirable with “SoftWash Applicator” certification;
- Must pass background check;
- Can lift 50+ lbs;
- 18+ years old.