Job Description

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Conducts daily rounds to monitor health and provide surgical support and medical treatment for multiple species of laboratory animals. Documents and communicates findings about animal health. Prepares animals for surgery and monitors anesthesia during surgery. Collect biological samples from animals and administer treatments under the supervision of veterinary staff. Performs weekend rounds to triage health issues in multiple species. Conducts work according to departmental SOPs, IACUC policies, and the regulations of the Animal Welfare Act and the Public Health Service. Rotational work on weekends and holidays required.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Independently conducts daily rounds (including weekends) and examines, evaluates, treats and documents health issues and their related service charges in research animals.
• Prepares animals for surgery including calculating and administering doses of drugs, anesthetizing, intubating, preparing and draping and monitoring vital signs.
• Monitors and documents the psychological well-being of animals and provides environmental enrichment.
• Prepares, maintains and cleans surgical suite and anesthesia equipment in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Under the direction of the Training Coordinator, provides hands-on training to other veterinary and husbandry technicians and to research staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Requires extensive safety training
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Stockroom or warehouse
• Alternative work schedules
• Exposure to chemicals
• High noise environment
• Requires protective devices
• Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
• Exposure to moving machinery
• Exposure to animals

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Lab/research equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment
• Simple hand tools

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Associate degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

Research (2 Years), Veterinary Medicine Or Animal Science (2 Years)

Skills:

Animal Experiments, Animal Health Care, Animal Laboratories, Animal Studies, Animal Vaccination, Animal Welfare, Biological Sample Processing, Biomedical Research, Dosing, Intubation Equipment, Medication Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Sample Collection, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Surgical Preparation, Team Collaboration, Veterinary Anesthesia, Veterinary Assisting, Veterinary Equipment, Vital Signs

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email   [email protected]   or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

About Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs. The faculty is composed of scholars, scientists, artists and members of the learned professions. They serve society by teaching; by adding to the store of human art, creativity, understanding, and wisdom; and by providing direct services, such as health care.

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