Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2

Grambling State University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health New Orleans is seeking Laboratory Technical Assistants 1 or 2 for work in the Division of Animal Care Facilities. The role requires handling cage washing operations, sanitation, and related tasks. Weekend and holiday shifts are involved.

New hires will join a structured occupational health program and may be scheduled for medical screenings and vaccines as part of on-boarding. Compensation includes a special entrance rate with potential premium adjustments.

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical cage wash units according to departmental standard operating procedures.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of cage washers and related equipment to ensure proper sanitation.
• Maintain sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas.
• Remove and dispose of waste according to facility guidelines.
• Prepare and assemble animal cage orders and equipment.
• Operate large specialized autoclave equipment to ensure proper sanitation and disinfection of materials used in facility.
• Perform daily general housekeeping duties.
• Organize supplies, load and unload equipment and feed.
• Participate in regularly occurring employee safety training on safe work practices and the use of personal protective equipment.

Job description

LSU Health New Orleans Division of Animal Care is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2. There are multiple vacancies.

Under direct supervision from the Laboratory Technician Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for working in production areas of the Division of Animal Care Facilities. This position will require weekend and holiday work hours.

Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. We appreciate your interest in joining our LSU Health New Orleans community. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers excellent benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave.

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ([e-mail]).

No experience or training required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Operate mechanical cage wash units according to departmental standard operating procedures
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of cage washers and related equipment to ensure proper sanitation
• Maintain sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas
• Remove and dispose of waste according to facility guidelines
• Prepare and assemble animal cage orders and equipment
• Operate large specialized autoclave equipment to ensure proper sanitation and disinfection of materials used in facility
• Perform daily general housekeeping duties
• Organize supplies, load and unload equipment and feed
• Participate in regularly occurring employee safety training on safe work practices and the use of personal protective equipment

Position‑Specific Details

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a (Laboratory Technical Assistant 1 or 2) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

• All new hires will be required to participate in the Division of Animal Care Occupational Health Program mandated by Federal Law.
• New Hires will complete a Risk Assessment Evaluation/Review Form, and will be scheduled for the following: Physical, Blood work which includes: Complete blood count, and blood chemistry profile, and measles titer tuberculosis testing.
• New Hires may also be scheduled for the following:
• Toxoplasmosis Testing (women)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria Immunization
• Diphtheria/Pertussis/Tetanus (DTP) Immunization
• Measles, mumps, rubella Vaccine

Location: LSU Health New Orleans 433 Bolivar St. New Orleans LA 70112

Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday Every other Weekend and Holiday 6:00 am - 10:30 am

Appointment Type: Probationary Appointment

Compensation: Special Entrance Rate is $12.00 per hour for a LTA 1 and $12.84 for a LTA 2 with an additional $3 Premium Pay and $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only. Rate may be increased dependent upon applicants' qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.