JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: Purpose Serve on teams of primary caregivers who maintain and promote the health and well-being of research animals by providing comprehensive husbandry, basic health care, facility support, and technical services to facilitate successful achievement of the BRC\'s mission in alignment with the BRC\'s vision and values and in a manner consistent with established policies, procedures, and regulations. Assist in training and mentoring less experienced team members to assist in their mastery of essential skills and knowledge and facilitate efficient program operations. Primary Functions * Perform daily observations of animals and their environment to assess their health status and detect abnormal conditions. Document and report findings consistent with established procedures. Administer prescribed treatments and other interventions, which may include animal euthanasia. Collect samples for the animal health surveillance program as directed. Maintain relevant records. * Perform essential, daily animal care to include cleaning animal enclosures, providing clean caging, bedding, and enrichment, and supplying feed and water. * Handle and restrain animals as needed by using appropriate techniques to allow for the care and research to be performed in a safe and humane manner. * Sanitize animal rooms, cages, equipment, corridors, and support areas using appropriate techniques per standard operating procedures. Operate rack washers, tunnel washers, bedding dispensers, vacuum bedding disposal system, autoclaves, and floor cleaning machines. Empty garbage dumpster and operate trash compactor. Properly package waste materials to be sent for incineration. * Receive incoming animal shipments and distribute animals into assigned rooms. * Monitor environment and/or machinery and equipment by obtaining, documenting, and comparing data against established standards. Maintain records by collecting and recording data to facilitate management of the facility. * Cross-train in all areas of the facility and provide coverage for team lead as needed. * Provide technical assistance during special procedures such as surgery, anesthesia, or imaging under the direction of others to facilitate research and/or clinical activities. * Under the guidance of the BRC Training Staff, provide ongoing on-the-job training to Animal Health Technician Is, ensuring duties are performed in a manner that is consistent with established policies and regulations. * Assist with the receipt, stocking, and maintenance of supply inventories. * Maintain routine record keeping of such items as environmental conditions, animal... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/FE88C6D017C44FA6 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.