Animal Care Technician I

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital seeks candidates for a role focused on the daily care and husbandry of laboratory animals in a research environment. The position offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits in a supportive, diverse workplace committed to care and excellence. Ideal for individuals with a high school education and a passion for animal care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Child care and student loan subsidies

Generous time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Cell phone plan discounts

Discounted rates on T-passes

Qualifications

• Ability to work directly with mice and rats without allergies.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and prepare animal cages and equipment for new animal arrivals.
• Maintain clean workspaces with accurate documentation.
• Monitor animal health and report adverse conditions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school education

Job description

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary/ Department Summary:
This position involves assisting and providing support to animal care operations. Responsibilities include basic daily care and husbandry of laboratory animals in a research environment. Strong attention to detail when observing animals and completing documentation is necessary.

*Hours of the position are Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:00pm including rotating weekends/holidays*

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble and prepare animal cages, racks, and equipment for cage changes or new animal arrivals as instructed.
• Operate cleaning and sterilization equipment including tunnel washers, cage/bottle washers, and autoclaves.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and sanitized workspaces with accurate documentation.
• Provide basic daily care and husbandry to laboratory animals, ensuring a sanitized environment with proper food and water.
• Monitor and document animal health, reporting any adverse conditions to veterinary technicians to ensure animal care standards are in keeping with applicable laws and regulatory guidelines (Animal Welfare Act, USDA, AAALAC, and IACUC).
• Identify and report basic animal care concerns (e.g., sick/dead animals, overcrowding), and follow safety and hygiene protocols.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

• A high school level of education is required.

Experience:

• The ability to work directly with mice and rats, with no preexisting allergies to animals, hair or dander
• The ability to read and understand written instructions in English is required.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.