Animal Attendant - Bastrop, Texas - Full-time / Part-time

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Animal Attendant position is to provide for the care of animals and the associated facilities within the department of Veterinary Sciences. This position will primarily support the Rhesus and Baboon area(s) and may assist in other animal areas as needed. Works weekends and holidays on a scheduled, rotating basis; may work overtime as authorized by the Manager. This position may be subject to working in biocontainment areas requiring compliance with specific protocols.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Animal Husbandry and Facility Maintenance
Performs daily husbandry and disposal of waste materials.
Operates cage sanitation equipment.
Prepares and distributes daily diet/enrichment.
May assist in transporting animals which may require specialized training or handling techniques.
Inspects lixit valves and water lines daily to ensure proper function.
Inspects assigned animal areas and maintain rooms, buildings, facilities, and equipment (including enrichment). Reports issues to Supervisor or Team Leader.
Performs basic housekeeping and restocks supplies.

Animal Healthcare
Conducts animal health and behavioral observations. Reports changes in animal behavior and appearance to Supervisor.
May assist with infant care.

Administrative and Compliance
Adheres to PPE requirements.
Works safely in close proximity to animals.
Ensures appropriate animal access to shelter, food, water and distance from other groups.
Ensures proper cage and building lock procedures are followed.
Responsible for animal identification as required by area.
May need to respond in emergency situations.
Participates in SOP training and consistently follows SOPs and departmental policies.
Responsible for adhering to AAALAC and IACUC standards and USDA/AWA regulations.
Provides timely and accurate documentation and recordkeeping of husbandry and healthcare data (including GLP).

Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Oral Communication - Express ideas clearly and concisely in groups and one-to-one conversations; create an environment with open channels of communication.
Self-Adaptability - Work in situations involving uncertainty, shifting priorities, and rapid change; deal constructively with mistakes and setbacks; demonstrate flexibility.
Technical/Functional Expertise - Demonstrate technical proficiency required to do the job; possess up-to-date knowledge in the profession; provide technical expertise to others.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education: None.

Certification: None.

Preferred Certification: American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification.

Experience: None.

Preferred Experience: Some experience working with animals.

Onsite Presence: Is Required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequency

Deadlines
Electrical
Exposure to animals
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and/or tissue
Exposure to Radiation
Extreme Hot/Cold
Hazardous Chemicals and Materials
Humid/Dry
Lighting
Noise
Operating Equipment
Outside Work
Physical Proximity
Sedentary Environment
Wearing Protective Equipment
Wet Conditions
Working At Heights
Working on uneven/slippery surface

Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Seldom 3-10%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Seldom 3-10%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequency

Weight

Arm/Hand Steadiness
Balancing
Bending/Stooping
Carrying
Climbing
Crawling
Depth Perception
Driving
Dynamic Flexibility
Eye/Hand Coordination
Fine finger movement
Foot Action
Glare Sensitivity
Handling
Hearing Sensitivity
Keyboarding
Kneeling
Lifting
Neck Movements
Night Vision
Olfactory Perception
Pushing/Pulling
Reaching
Sitting
Standing
Tactile Perception
Twisting
Visual Acuity
Visual Color Discrimination
Walking
Wrist Motion
Squatting

Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%

20-50 lbs

20-50 lbs
50+ lbs

COGNITIVE DEMANDS

Analytical Ability
Appropriate Behavior
Attention to detail
Comprehending
Critical Thinking
Following Instructions
Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback
Interpersonal Skills
Memorizing/Remembering
Multitasking
Oral Communication
Organizing
Problem Solving
Reading Skills/Comprehension
Responding in emergency situations
Selective Attention
Working Alone
Written Communication

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