Description
UCLA HEALTH
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Description
Under the direct supervision of the cage wash Prin Animal
Technician (PAT) and in close collaboration with the cage wash Sr. Animal Technician
(SAT), the Animal Technician (AT) performs tasks associated with cage wash and
supply sterilization including coordination of supply transport across
different buildings on campus, as well as equipment checks and troubleshooting.
Salary Range: $26.74 – $31.54 Hourly
Qualifications
All Required:
- Required to hold valid driver’s license, have a driving
record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in
the California Employer Pull Notice Program - Working knowledge of cage wash equipment included but not
limited to rack and tunnel washers, bedding dispenses, bedding vacuums, water
filling stations, and sterilizers - Knowledge of safety practices in the cage wash are
including but not limited to ergonomics, thermal and allergy risks. - Knowledge of all the cage wash areas and the equipment in
each of them, sufficient to organize, sort and process soiled items, and pack
and sterilized (when needed) clean equipment in an efficient and safe manner. - Ability to lift 50 pound and to push 200-300 pound cage
racks of animals. - Ability to drive a car and meet all the requirements to be
allowed to drive a vehicle owned by DLAM - Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing,
accurately and timely - Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing materials and
techniques sufficient to maintain a healthful environment. - Ability to maintain records following proper documentation
practices - Computer basic knowledge and skills to complete online
training sessions as well as to support the SAT/PAT on supply and equipment
inventory and other information managed through data bases - AALAS certification at Assistant Lab Animal Technician
level or higher with one year of animal care experience; or high school
graduation and two years of animal care experience in the care of an animal
species appropriate to the particular job; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. - Knowledge of and ability to accurately follow all SOPs,
Working Instructions, Forms, Training Check list associated with the cage wash
area - Ability to participate in weekend/Holiday work rotations
and occasional overtime duties.