Cage Wash Tech I: Sterilization & Equipment Care

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc in Columbus is seeking a Cage Wash Technician to support the clean and sterile processing of cages and accessories. You will operate washers and autoclaves, document indicators, and assist with routine maintenance and inventory.

Responsibilities include delivering cages between animal holding rooms, following safety protocols, and supporting onboarding of new staff as needed. Entry-level experience preferred; ALAT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Contains and handles cages and cage accessories following SOPs.
• Maintains awareness of infectious agent containment and barrier concepts.
• Complies with federal animal welfare regulations and AAALAC accreditation standards.
• Adheres to animal technician safety precautions.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates cleaning and sterilization of cages and accessories using washers and autoclaves.
• Reports equipment failures promptly to supervisors and facility engineers.
• Delivers cages and accessories to animal holding rooms as needed.
• Performs preventive maintenance on washers, autoclaves, racks and related equipment.
• Assists with onboarding and training of newer staff.

Skills

Containment concepts

AAALAC standards

Safety precautions

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ALAT certification preferred

Lab Animal Research Support Staff certification preferred

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc in Columbus is seeking a Cage Wash Technician to support the clean and sterile processing of cages and accessories. You will operate washers and autoclaves, document indicators, and assist with routine maintenance and inventory.

Responsibilities include delivering cages between animal holding rooms, following safety protocols, and supporting onboarding of new staff as needed. Entry-level experience preferred; ALAT certification is a plus.