Animal Care Technician, Special Services - Zuckerman at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

35.44

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AALAS Certification, Attention To Detail, Organization Skills, Computer Skills, Ability To Follow Instructions, Independence, SOP Development, Animal Care, Health Monitoring, Data Updating, Environmental Maintenance, Communication Skills, Light Carpentry, Equipment Installation, Species Identification, Health Status Checking

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Apply now to join our team as a Animal Care Tech Special Services at our Zuckerman location and kick start your career! For the 30th year, MSK has been named a top hospital for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be on Becker’s Healthcare list as one of the 150 Excellent Places to Work in Healthcare in 2019, as well as one of Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Best Place to Work for 2019. We’re treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day. Are your ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact by joining our dynamic Research Team? Role Overview: Receives all incoming animals, checking them for species, strain, sex, and health status. Prepares cage cards for each cage and transfers animals from shipping crates to new cages. Verifies accuracy of order by comparing order to packing slip to actual animals delivered and delivers animals to proper animal rooms. Ensure holding room environmental parameters are met and maintained and report all facility related problems to Management. Contacts other RARC employees and/or WCMC/MSKCC investigators regarding housing or health and welfare issues in person or via email and/or telephone. Updates data in applicable software applications as needed. Assists with and ensures smooth operations of facilities by working closely with Management. Performs light carpentry work and minor equipment installations in vivaria at Managements’ request. Key Qualifications: AALAS Certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Valid NY state driver’s license Upon hiring: Completion of USDOT Commercial Driver Fitness Certification and compliance with MSK Drivers Drug and Alcohol policy if assigned to drive an MSK vehicle CORE SKILLS: Ability to follow oral and written instructions and should be able to function independently with minimal supervision. Familiarity with computer skills including proficiency with email, internet and word-processing and accessing departmental sites (EnCCoMPass, Microsoft Office) The individual must be detailed oriented and have organization skills. An understanding of the purpose of using and requirements for maintaining axenic animals and aquatic animal species. Implements and adheres to applicable SOPS. Assists in SOP development by providing input. Additional Information: Location: 417 East 68th St. (Zuckerman) Hours: Monday to Friday, 6AM-2PM Manager, Logistics, Transport & Specialized Services Helpful links: Compensation Philosophy Benefit #LI-Post #LI-Onsite #IHP # IND #ZIPHP Pay Range: $23.54 - $35.44 FSLA Status: Non-Exempt Closing: At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Our multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide exceptional patient care, develop innovative research, and deliver outstanding educational programs. Learn More The people of MSK make this an incredible place to work, grow and make a difference. Discover what makes us unique

Responsibilities

The Animal Care Technician receives incoming animals, checks their species, strain, sex, and health status, and prepares cage cards. They ensure environmental parameters are maintained and report any facility-related issues to management.