TECH LAB ANIMAL at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Duties: Independently administer medications as prescribed by veterinarians. Consult with clinical veterinary staff on treatment options. Assist veterinarians with procedures that include premed of dogs, assist pre-op anesthesia prep, post-op treatment and recovery of dog. Identify and restrain dogs for physical and eye exams. Candidate will also be responsible for immunizations, basic dog grooming, fasting dogs for procedures. Maintain meticulous animal health records in compliance with USDA and IACUC. Order dog food as per senior technican. Candidate must be organized, detail oriented, think independently and be able to thrive in a fast paced environment.


Position located in Kennett Square. No public transportation available.

Qualifications: HS diploma or equivalent; 2-3 years experience as a Lab Animal Care Technician in a research setting. AALAS certification preferred. Flexible schedule and ability to to multi-task, required. Ability to lift over 50 lbs. on a routine basis-required.
Ability to bend, crouch and do physically demanding work on a daily basis-required.Ability to work well with others and work independently, be punctual /flexible-required.Ability to work weekends and holidays-required. Valid drivers license-required.


Position located in Kennett Square. No public transportation available.

Reference Number: 58-30869

Salary Grade: 024

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

Org: New Bolton Center

Special Requirements: Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Job Family: 3-Animal Care