Animal Technician jobs in Montgomery, AL
Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Lab Animal Technician
- Tuskegee University
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Tuskegee, AL
FULL_TIME
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Position InformationPosition TitleLab Animal Technician
Job Summary
Essential Job Duties- Keep records of animals and CMRC inventory
- Receive research animals, take vital signs, assess health status (Vet Technician training, a plus)
- Keep records and inventory of animals received.
- Keep equipment and resources clean and available for researchers Daily observe the animals and have some knowledge of animal behavior Report illness of animals to ADAC or AV.
- Treat sick animals as directed by AV or ADAC.
- Feed and water to all animals on a daily basis.
- Assist in exercising animals, especially dogs as needed and/or required.
- Clean animal cages, feeders, water bottles, lixits, rubber stoppers, etc. as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Maintain all Equipment safe, and in good working conditions.
- Report malfunctioning equipment to ADAC or AV immediately after discovery.
- Assist research investigators and research assistants/graduate students in the proper handling of animals.
- Provide research investigators and research assistants or Graduate students needed resources as required.
- Assist in ensuring that all investigators and research assistants/graduate students to comply with proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and observe the animal welfare regulations; otherwise report such violation to the ADAC or AV immediately.
- Assist in the collection of blood, urine and feces from animals as directed.
- Receive purchased animals ordered from vendors
- Keep inventories of animals and availability of food and bedding supplies on hand.
- Transport animals and animal feed and beddings to designated laboratory.
- Clean hallways, coolers, animal rooms and storage rooms as per SOP.
- Assist ADAC and AV in the labeling and record keeping of laboratory supplies and equipment.
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)- At least High School graduate or have GED or higher, plus completion of an approved program for laboratory animal care/technician or experience in working with animals
- Must have an American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level or higher. (OR must become certified within one year of employment)
- Have at least one, or preferably three or more years of working experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in a laboratory animal facility in an institution, industry, or government
Physical Demands
Skills and Attributes
- Basic knowledge of the husbandry of rodents (mice, rat, hamster, guinea pigs), rabbits, dogs, goats, horses, birds, cattle, or other laboratory animals.
- Ability to take care of immune-comprised research animals.
- Ability to treat animals as directed by Assistant Director of Animal Care (ADAC) or Attending Veterinarian
- Ability to collect biologic specimens from laboratory rodents, rabbits, dogs, cattle, horses, birds and other laboratory animals for necropsy diagnosis and clinical pathologic diagnosis.
- Ability to lift up to fifty pounds (50 lbs).
Additional Desirable Qualifications
- Be able to work in cooperation with all employees of Comparative Medicine Resource Center (CMRC) or other areas in the Veterinary School.
- Work in cooperation with all University Faculty and Staff, students or vendors that work directly with and/or in the CMRC facility.
Posting Detail InformationPosting Number
Will this position required travel?Occasionally
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?Yes
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?No
Number of Vacancies2
Desired Start Date01/03/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date12/09/2022
Close Date11/30/2023
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions SummaryEach applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Copies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
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Emergency Overnight Veterinary Technician
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Montgomery, AL
FULL_TIME
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME Emergency OVERNIGHT Veterinary Technician. This position does have days that qualify for the SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL!3/12 hour sh...
- 14 Days Ago
Veterinary Technician Lead
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Montgomery, AL
FULL_TIME
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician with a passion for leadership to join our team as an Assistant to the Vet Tech Supervisor!Location: 3200 Eastern ...
- 5 Days Ago
Emergency Veterinary Technician
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Montgomery, AL
FULL_TIME
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a full time Overnight and Weekend Day Experienced ER Veterinary Technician (LVT preferred).Work week is Thursday overnight then Saturday...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
- East Montgomery Animal Hospital
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Montgomery, AL
FULL_TIME
- Veterinary Assistant East Montgomery Animal Hospital 8424 Vaughn Road Montgomery, AL 36117 We believe in a Whole Person Approach when it comes to our veterinary teams. This includes a living wage for ...
- 22 Days Ago
Weekend/Overnight Veterinary Technician
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Montgomery, AL
FULL_TIME
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME WEEKEND OVERNIGHT ICU Veterinary Technician. This position does qualify for the SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL!3/12hr shifts.Location: 3...
- 26 Days Ago
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Construction Manager 1 - NRE Solar
- Nelnet
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Montgomery, AL
- Nelnet Renewable Energy began from Nelnet, a company that started 40-plus years ago with a purpose to serve our customer...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician or Assistant
- Big Dog Ranch Rescue
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Shorter, AL
- Job Description Job Description Veterinary Technician Big Dog Ranch Rescue(“BDRR”) is a one-of-a-kind dog rescue facilit...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dog Groomer
- Fur Baby University, LLC
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Wetumpka, AL
- Job Description Job Description As an SPA Advisor (groomer), it will be your mission to provide superior grooming servic...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician or Assistant
- Big Dog Ranch Rescue
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Shorter, AL
- Job Description Job Description Veterinary Technician Big Dog Ranch Rescue(“BDRR”) is a one-of-a-kind dog rescue facilit...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Overnight Veterinary Technician
- VCA Antech, Inc.
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Montgomery, AL
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME Emergency OVERNIGHT Veterinary Technician. T...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Emergency Overnight Veterinary Technician
- VCA Antech, Inc.
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Montgomery, AL
- VCA Carriage Hills Animal Hospital has an immediate opening for a FULL TIME Emergency OVERNIGHT Veterinary Technician. T...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pet Groomer
- PetSmart
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Montgomery, AL
- We value your experience and are currently offering a $1500 sign-on bonus OR a $1000 sign-on bonus with a brand new tool...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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Montgomery, AL
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
About Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery is the capital city of the U.S. state of Alabama and the county seat of Montgomery County. Named for Richard Montgomery, it stands beside the Alabama River, on the coastal Plain of the Gulf of Mexico. In the 2010 Census, Montgomery's population was 205,764. It is the second most populous city in Alabama, after Birmingham, and is the 118th most populous in the United States. The Montgomery Metropolitan Statistical Area's population in 2010 was estimated at 374,536; it is the fourth largest in the state and 136th among United States metropolitan areas.
The city was incorporated in 18...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician jobs
$35,181 to $40,688
Montgomery, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
were up 1.3% from a year ago