What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Coordinator position at The Bionetics Corporation?
JOB SUMMARY:
The Training Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of training programs. Must maintain, update and create training materials. Works with supervisors and managers to ensure the animal care staff receive required/needed training.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Training and/or experience as a veterinary technician is preferred.
- Certification from the American Association of Laboratory Science (AALAS) at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or higher is highly desirable.
- Possess the knowledge and skills to develop and standardize a training program for technical procedures. Must have the technical skills to demonstrate, provide training on, and assess proficiency in the protocol required technical procedures.
- Continue training to maintain and expand knowledge in techniques used at NCTR in accordance with customer needs/requirements.
- Possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Must have knowledge of laboratory animal technician duties and training.
- Must possess excellent knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations governing Animal Care/Diet Preparation facilities.
- Good knowledge of both spoken and written English.
- Must be a legal resident of the United States.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for the development and implementation of training programs.
- Prepare training schedules for animal care personnel.
- Record and compile training data for animal care personnel.
- Identifies training and development needs of animal care staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Occasionally - Climbing, Stooping, Kneeling
- Often - Reaching, Standing, Sitting, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing
- Lifting/Moving Requirements - Minimum of 50 pounds
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed mainly indoors in a laboratory environment and/or in an animal care, barrier facility, surgical or test procedure facility, or animal housing/bedding cleaning and prep areas. Work may require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in both areas. Work area may be prone to hot and humid conditions, and subject to objectionable odors, aerosols, dust, animal dander, and noise.
