What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Tech I position at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI?
Assists in the daily operation of the Animal Facility, in feeding of and caring for animals used in experiments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Follows policies and procedures for fulfilling animals' nutritional health and environmental requirements as directed under the supervision of the Lead Animal Care Technician. * Assists in receiving newly arrived animals and placing orders for new animals. * Participates in daily care and maintenance of the Animal Facility. * Participates in care, maintenance and sanitation of animal areas including all cage wash areas and cage equipment. * Observes animals daily and reports any abnormal findings or unusual behavior to supervisor; records weekly census. * Participates in weekend/holiday assignments for caring, feeding, and observing animals. * Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars and in-house discussions. * Performs other related functions as directed or required.
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. EEO is the Law.
