QUALIFICATIONS:

The incumbent must possess the following physical qualifications:

• Ability to consistently stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds
• No known allergies to rats or mice

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

• Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technology Diploma
• Asset of one-year experience in a rodent husbandry

Casual Assignment
Carleton University has a current opening for a casual animal attendant. Candidate must have the ability to work 1-2 weekends a month. The ideal candidate would also be available over holidays and occasionally Mon-Fri 8-4pm as needed to replace full time staff on vacation. This position may provide an opportunity for part-time to full-time hours eventually

The incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Independently perform daily/weekend animal checks and husbandry for rodents and aquatic species
• Document clinical cases and competently administer oral, topical and injectable treatments as directed by the veterinarian or supervisor
• Wean pups following Carleton Universities Standard Operating Procedures
• Able to lift and move large feed and bedding bags as required
• Prepare cage and bottle supplies for daily husbandry
• Restock supplies in all areas of the facility as required
• Participate in laundry duties
• Disinfect holding rooms and surgical suites
• Monitor rodents post-operatively and assist with post-op care
• Should be comfortable with euthanasia techniques and tissue collection
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills and work effectively as a team member
• Works with large equipment such as a cage washer
• Perform other related duties as required