Laboratory Animal Attendant
at York University
Toronto, ON, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 25 Nov, 2024 | USD 57038 Annual | 31 Aug, 2024 | 2 year(s) or above | Sc,Im,Rodents,Amphibians,Microsoft Word,Wound Care,Excel,Injections,Maintenance,Ip,Communication Skills,Outlook | No | No |
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Description:
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma. Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Research Lab Animal Technician (RLAT) certificate an asset.
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of hands-on animal care experience in a research or teaching environment.
SKILLS:
- Ability to complete basic animal nursing care (i.e., wound care, pill administration, SC, IP and IM injections) and complete the appropriate documentation. - Effective communication skills to communicate procedures and processes to Vivaria users. - Ability to observe and assess health status in rodents, rabbits, amphibians, and non-human primates. Record symptoms, reactions, and progress.- Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards. - Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures. - Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies. - Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment. - Knowledge of animal husbandry requirements, methods, and techniques. - Knowledge of sterile procedures. - Ability to establish and/or maintain veterinary/animal husbandry records.- Ability to juggle multiple priorities and remain calm under high pressure.- Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook at moderate proficiency.
Responsibilities:
The Laboratory Animal Attendant role provides routine husbandry care for a variety of animal species in the Vivaria, in accordance to standardized processes and procedures. The role uses their knowledge and practical skills to provide a high standard of care to the animals.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:2.0Max:7.0 year(s)
Hospital/Health Care
Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D
Health Care
Diploma
Proficient
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Toronto, ON, Canada