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Research Animal Husbandry Technician I Jobs in Cleveland, OH at Cleveland Clinic
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Research AHT, you will monitor and support the health and well-being of animals in the Biological Research Unit at Cleveland Clinic utilized in foundational pre-clinical trials and studies. In this role, you will ensure they have adequate supplies, food and clean enclosures to prevent illnesses and discomfort. Ultimately, your efforts are crucial in facilitating the Cleveland Clinic mission to enhance the global healthcare field.
A caregiver in this position works day/evening/night/weekend, from 6:00am—2:30pm or 7:30am—4:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Perform daily health observations and monitor the condition of research animals.
Provide custodial care, fresh feed and fresh water to animals.
Receive animal shipments and complete required documentation.
Ensure that areas used for technical procedures are well maintained and supplied.
Transport supplies, equipment and animals to and from various locations.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
High School Diploma or GED
Completion of on-the-job training in properly handling all species of animals housed within the department
Flexibility 24/7/365
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Experience in custodial care of animals
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Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and transport equipment and/or animals weighing up to 75 pounds using carts with casters.
Capable of tolerating a significant amount of standing, bending and walking.
May be required to work with biological, chemical and radiation hazards after proper training
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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Title: Research Animal Husbandry Technician I
Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Cleveland, OH
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