Northwestern University
Ctr For Comparative Medicine Job
Salary/Grade:
NEX/7 Job Summary:
Completes primarily cage wash activities; and limited amount (no more than 10% of overall job duties and responsibilities) of simple, routine animal caretaking duties as part of training program; and other duties as requested by Group Leader or their designee. All actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable CCM SOPs including safety procedures and guidelines. Reports any suspected or actual deviations to SOPs or non-routine situations immediately to Group Leader or their designee. Arrives, leaves and takes breaks at work as scheduled. Strictly adheres to CCM attendance policy. Specific Responsibilities
According to CCM SOPs: Cleans and sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, rooms (primary and secondary enclosures), etc. Prepares refuse for disposal or incineration. Maintains efficient organization and flow of supplies and equipment through cage wash area. Monitors and maintains washers and sterilizers in proper working condition. Delivers clean and/or dirty equipment and cages to and from cage wash as required. May complete daily and periodic housekeeping of other areas as assigned, i.e., bathrooms, locker rooms and surgery space within CCM. Restocks and maintains appropriate inventory levels of housekeeping and bathroom supplies. Removes dirty scrubs from receptacles and ensures adequate supply of clean scrubs. Monitors first aid kits, eye wash stations and functioning emergency exit on cage wash equipment. Animal Care:
Obtains training in animal caretaking duties according to CCM SOPs such as: Feeding and watering animals according to their prescribed diets. Observing animals regularly during the day, noting and reporting any variances in eating, drinking or deviation from normal habits, to include obvious health issues with behavior, skin conditions, etc. Observing and reporting changes in environmental parameters (i.e., temperature, humidity, lighting, etc.). Assisting in maintaining records of animals such as: weight, inoculation, experimentation, breeding, etc. Incoming Animals:
Obtains training in animal caretaking duties according to CCM SOPs such as: Transferring animals between buildings, cages, laboratories and holding areas. May drive van to transfer animals. Completes these duties on a very limited basis - no more than 10% of overall job duties and responsibilities. Administration: Completes cage wash activities check-lists, logs and documentation accurately and within appropriate time-frames. Documents and reports equipment malfunctions to management. Maintains proper record keeping of washer and sterilizer quality assurance testing. Completes room daily activity sheets and other documentation accurately and within appropriate timeframes. Maintains appropriate inventory levels of housekeeping supplies Training:
Attends CCM sponsored training sessions, species specific identification and treatment sessions. Obtains training regarding cage wash, animal care taking and housekeeping duties as appropriate. Miscellaneous:
Performed other duties. Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience) A high school diploma or its equivalent. Valid state driver's license if driving animal transport van. Target hiring range for this position will be between $17.25-$17.75 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Salary/Grade:
NEX/7 Job Summary:
Completes primarily cage wash activities; and limited amount (no more than 10% of overall job duties and responsibilities) of simple, routine animal caretaking duties as part of training program; and other duties as requested by Group Leader or their designee. All actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable CCM SOPs including safety procedures and guidelines. Reports any suspected or actual deviations to SOPs or non-routine situations immediately to Group Leader or their designee. Arrives, leaves and takes breaks at work as scheduled. Strictly adheres to CCM attendance policy. Specific Responsibilities
According to CCM SOPs: Cleans and sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, rooms (primary and secondary enclosures), etc. Prepares refuse for disposal or incineration. Maintains efficient organization and flow of supplies and equipment through cage wash area. Monitors and maintains washers and sterilizers in proper working condition. Delivers clean and/or dirty equipment and cages to and from cage wash as required. May complete daily and periodic housekeeping of other areas as assigned, i.e., bathrooms, locker rooms and surgery space within CCM. Restocks and maintains appropriate inventory levels of housekeeping and bathroom supplies. Removes dirty scrubs from receptacles and ensures adequate supply of clean scrubs. Monitors first aid kits, eye wash stations and functioning emergency exit on cage wash equipment. Animal Care:
Obtains training in animal caretaking duties according to CCM SOPs such as: Feeding and watering animals according to their prescribed diets. Observing animals regularly during the day, noting and reporting any variances in eating, drinking or deviation from normal habits, to include obvious health issues with behavior, skin conditions, etc. Observing and reporting changes in environmental parameters (i.e., temperature, humidity, lighting, etc.). Assisting in maintaining records of animals such as: weight, inoculation, experimentation, breeding, etc. Incoming Animals:
Obtains training in animal caretaking duties according to CCM SOPs such as: Transferring animals between buildings, cages, laboratories and holding areas. May drive van to transfer animals. Completes these duties on a very limited basis - no more than 10% of overall job duties and responsibilities. Administration: Completes cage wash activities check-lists, logs and documentation accurately and within appropriate time-frames. Documents and reports equipment malfunctions to management. Maintains proper record keeping of washer and sterilizer quality assurance testing. Completes room daily activity sheets and other documentation accurately and within appropriate timeframes. Maintains appropriate inventory levels of housekeeping supplies Training:
Attends CCM sponsored training sessions, species specific identification and treatment sessions. Obtains training regarding cage wash, animal care taking and housekeeping duties as appropriate. Miscellaneous:
Performed other duties. Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience) A high school diploma or its equivalent. Valid state driver's license if driving animal transport van. Target hiring range for this position will be between $17.25-$17.75 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.