Animal Health Technician – Preclinical Research – Regular Full Time 2024

Job title:

Animal Health Technician – Preclinical Research – Regular Full Time 2024

Company

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Job description

Summary of Duties:Provide a wide variety of para-veterinary health care dutiesDaily physical examinations & treatmentsAdministration of special food or water, take blood, tissue or urine samplesAdministration of medications & first aidPost-mortem tissue sampling or examinationMaintenance of anaesthetic & operating equipment, general facility cleaning & sterilizationRecord keeping of research projects, tumour sizes & weight; supply inventoryCollection, handling & preparation of samples for shipment or submission for testingTechnical Assistance with surgeries/procedures involving animalsPreparation of animals & equipment for surgery/procedures, monitor animals through surgery/procedure and post-operative monitoringMeet with scientists/technician to discuss their requirementsQualifications/Skills:Qualifications/Skills: Animal Health Technician Certificate/Veterinary Technologist DiplomaMinimum of 2 years post-graduate experience working with animalsCALAS certification at the RLAT or RLAT(R) level is desirable and MUST be completed within 2 years of hire dateThis position requires a high level of technical skill, organization and initiative, and a proven ability to work both independently and in a group settingProgressive experience in a research environment with hands-on experience across a range of animal species, particularly rodentsA working knowledge of animal related standards, CCAC guidelines and federal, provincial and local requirements is requiredMust have the ability to follow established policies, guidelines, procedures and objectives. In addition, must possess ability to detect, analyze and creatively resolve issues as they arise

Excellent record keeping and attention to detail are essentialStrong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to interact positively with other team members in a dynamic environment, as well as having compassion and sensitivity for animals If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:42:40 GMT

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