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Houston Methodist

$14 - $18/hr

At Houston Methodist, the Animal Technician Cage Washer position is responsible for performing routine duties related to the operation of the tunnel and rack washers, bulk autoclaves, bedding dump ...

Princeton University

Cage Wash Technician

Princeton, NJ · On-site

LAR animal facilities house various laboratory species (rodents, aquatics, and USDA-covered species). The Cage Wash Technician will ensure the cleanliness of the facility and all related supplies and ...

Princeton University

Cage Wash Technician

Princeton, NJ · On-site

LAR animal facilities house various laboratory species (rodents, aquatics, and USDA-covered species). The Cage Wash Technician will ensure the cleanliness of the facility and all related supplies and ...

Baylor College of Medicine

Cage Wash Technician

Houston, TX

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

This position supports the animal facility cage wash area by washing animal caging, processing dirty and clean caging through automated cage wash, and maintaining the cleanliness of the cage wash ...

Washington University of St. Louis

$15.25 - $20.29/hr

Sanitize animal research procedure labs and support spaces according to departmental SOPs and in ... Operates mechanical cage washers and bulk autoclaves in accordance with departmental SOPs to ...

Washington University of St. Louis

$15.25 - $20.29/hr

Sanitize animal research procedure labs and support spaces according to departmental SOPs and in ... Operates mechanical cage washers and bulk autoclaves in accordance with departmental SOPs to ...

MIT Human Resources

Animal Technician

Cambridge, MA

... cage wash equipment in order to wash cages, trays, water bottles, and related caging and equipment; use other cleaning equipment as assigned; perform additional housekeeping functions such as ...

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Animal Cage Washer - Full Time

The University of Miami

Miami, FL • On-site

$18.56/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

University Of Miami rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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263rd of 622 rated colleges and universities

Job description

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The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship, Division of Veterinary Resources (DVR) has a job opportunity for an Animal Cage Washer.
Work location: Medical Campus
Hourly rate: $18.56
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Animal Cage Washer maintains clean work areas, sanitizes, disinfects and prepares animal rooms, and supplies. Prepares cages, bedding, feed, water, protective personal equipment (PPE) and equipment to maintain the animals and facility. Maintains and runs cage and rack washers, hydopac machine, bottle fillers, and other associated animal care equipment. Keeps up with records for associated logs to document all aspects of work. Responsible for waste removal and disposal of, as well as assisting with animal deliveries, transporting, supply receipt/storage, and maintenance of animal records.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Sanitizes and washes animal cages and associated equipment.
  • Sanitizes and disinfects animal rooms, corridors, and animal areas (i.e. cage/rack-washing areas).
  • Assembles, autoclaves, and prepares animal equipment and supplies.
  • Maintenance of cage and rack-washers, verifies autoclave temperatures, and maintains accurate logs.
  • Prepares bedding, caging, food and water.
  • Receipt of supplies and proper storage and stocking according to established SOP's.
  • Animal room disinfection/sanitization, including power washing of large animal areas.
  • Participation in the department's Emergency Response Team as Essential Personnel is required.
  • Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience.
Certification and Licensing:
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level is preferred and will be strongly encouraged.
Experience:
Minimum 6 mos - 1 year of relevant experience. Knowledge of animal research facilities and experience working in environments that support multiple animal species including Non-Human Primates (NHP) and Virus Antigen Free (VAF) rodents is a plus. Must be willing to work in a damp environment. Any appropriate combination of relevant education and/or work experience may be considered.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends is required. Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong oral and written communications skills and computer literacy.
  • Ability to complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
  • Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
  • Commitment to the University's core values.

The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation's premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.
With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff

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The University of Miami, located in the beautiful Coral Gables, Florida, is a comprehensive, private research institution in the United States. Operating within the higher education industry, the institution offers a multitude of degree programs spanning over 180 majors and program through its 12 colleges. The University was founded in 1925 with the mission to disseminate knowledge, transform lives, and change the world - a mission it has held faithfully to this day. Notably, the University of Miami has gained global recognition for its commitment to research and innovation, with over $324 million in research and sponsored project funding awarded annually.

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