JOB REQUIREMENTS: Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm
animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and
animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas,
and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine
post-operative care, administer medication orally or topically, or
prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of
veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians,
veterinarians, or scientists. Job Description Why we need you to join
our team! Labcorp Development has helped pharmaceutical and biotech
companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines in the market
today. Chances are, you or someone you know has benefited from a
medicine or medical device that Labcorp helped develop. Your role is
vital to improving the health of family, friends and animals. How will
you be rewarded! Working in Madison, WI our Animal Care workers: Pay
rate: \$18.00 per hour (plus 5% shift differential) Work a rotating 1st
shift including weekends, some holidays and some overtime. Enjoy 24 days
of personal-time-off (PTO) (pro-rated depending on start date) Have the
option to participate in the Labcorp Education Advantage program where
you have access to over 15 Undergraduate On-line Degree Programs offered
through Arizona State University (ASU). Tuition is paid by Labcorp! Have
access to other great benefits including: tuition reimbursement, paid
holidays, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and of course
medical and dental insurance. What will you be doing: This entry level
role requires no experience, just an interest in working with small and
large animals in a laboratory setting. Maintaining the highest standards
of animal care and welfare in accordance with the Association for
Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International
(AAALAC) Performing daily cleaning, feeding of our laboratory animals
Providing environmental and dietary enrichment Learning and applying
proper handling and restraint techniques Working in a fast paced, team
environment Experience No experience required Must be 18 years or older
Prepare feed for animals according to specific instructions, such as
diet lists or schedules. Prepare examination or treatment rooms by
stocking them with appropriate supplies. Educate or advise clients on
animal health care, nutrition, or behavior problems. Prepare surgical
equipment and pass instruments or materials to veterinarians during
surgical procedures. Provide emergency first aid to sick or injured
animals. Record information relating to animal genealogy, feeding
schedules, appearance, behavior, or breeding. Clean, maintain, and
sterilize instruments or equipment. Perform office reception duties,
such as scheduling appointments or helping customers. Collect laboratory
specimens, such as blood, urine, or feces, for testing. Administer
medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by
veterinarians. Assist veterinarians in examining animals to determine
the nature of illnesses or injuries. Perform routine laboratory tests or
diagnostic tests, such as taking or developing x-rays. Examine animals
to detect behavioral changes or clinical symptoms that could indicate
illness or injury. Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas,
examination or operating rooms, or animal loading or unloading
facilities to control the spread of disease. Fill medication
prescriptions. Monitor animals recovering from surgery and notify
veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms. Hold or restrain
animals during veterinary procedures. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: What will you be doing: This entry level role requires
no experience, just an interest in working with small and large animals
in a laboratory setting. Maintaining the highest standards of animal
care and welfare in accordance with the Association for Assessment and
Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC)
Performing daily cleaning, feeding of our laboratory animals Providing
environmental and dietary enrichment Learning and applying proper
handling and restraint techniques Working in a fast paced, team
environment \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://labcorp.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/USA\-\--WI\-\--Madison\-\--3301-Kinsman-Boulevard/Animal-Care-Technician-I_251886