Animal Caretaker II Non Containment

Overview

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

The Animal Caretaker shall serve as an Animal Caretaker providing animal husbandry support in Quarantine, Barrier, and ABSL-2 animal care and use areas. The Animal Caretaker shall independently select and apply appropriate procedures for the supported tasks. The Animal Caretaker shall assist in providing non-routine care, supporting changes in procedure, addressing problems, etc.

• Shall assist or independently perform all Glassware/Cagewash Support (Non-containment) Tasks.
• Provide animal care and husbandry to the animals during experimental and non-experimental periods and/or protocol. This includes, but is not limited to, cleaning/sanitizing the micro- and macroenvironment; transferring animals between cages/restraint devices/jump boxes; providing environmental enrichment; housing animals in appropriate size and types of cages; monitoring animals and reporting/documenting abnormal conditions or treatment failures; and ensuring food/water are available IAW SOPs or protocol.
• Shall receive, exam, verify (i.e., determine sex), move to designated room and house of all incoming laboratory animals IAW SOPs and/or protocol.
• Conduct daily cage counts and weekly head counts to the Contract PM IAWSOPs.
• Ensure all animals are properly identified and associated with specific experiments IAW SOPs.
• Shall transport animals within the facility or to/from other facilities IAW
• Shall ensure proper room designations and entry procedures and update room entry order IAW SOPs.
• Shall operate animal husbandry equipment and document operations
• Shall store animal husbandry equipment and supplies IAW
• Shall observe and document temperature, humidity and light levels within animal care and use areas IAW SOPs and report excursions to the Contract PM immediately.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Apply practical knowledge and technical expertise to resolve problems independently and in cooperation with other personnel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel, Outlook and other software systems as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• ALAT certification or higher, as defined by AALAS, is required prior to or within 18 months of hire.
• At least one (1) year of animal husbandry experience in support of NHPs in a research setting is required.
• Experience with rodents, swine, rabbits, and ferrets in a research setting is highly desirable.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
• Employee shall serve as an Animal Caretaker providing animal husbandry support in Quarantine, Barrier, and ABSL-2 animal care and use area.
• US Citizenship Required.
• Variable work hours, to include 24/7 coverage, evenings/nights, weekends, Government holidays, and during unforeseen closures or circumstances shall apply, as requested to meet mission requirements.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Secret security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified.
  * NACLC/ANACI is acceptable if completed within 5 years prior to enrollment.
• Ability to successfully pass a drug test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• GLP experience is desirable.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $25.00 hourly.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.