Research Veterinary Assistant I
Job Description
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As a Research Veterinary Assistant, you will monitor and care for the health and well-being of research animals. The person in this role supports foundational pre-clinical research that will one day improve patients worldwide. This position is unique because it involves hands-on animal care and supporting the needs of our customers, the researchers. The Cleveland Clinic provides excellent benefits and opportunities for personal growth and development as well.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
• Is a great communicator and is able work well within a team environment and independently.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• Has strong computational skills.
• Works efficiently while paying attention to details and staying organized.
We offer many opportunities for team members to shadow and cross-train to learn new tasks that are not part of their day-to-day work. The Cleveland Clinic also offers many free courses that are geared toward leadership development.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That is why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you will find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being, and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare roles.
Responsibilities:
- Performs daily veterinary services room rounds by examining rodents and aquatic animals, looking for health or well-being concerns and communicates with a veterinarian and/or veterinary technician regarding findings.
- Monitors and performs rodent colony management and ensures compliance with facility guidelines and SOPs.
- Documents and communicates actions taken to support animal welfare and research.
- Submits special service charges for services provided.
- Ensures that areas used for technical procedures are well maintained and adequately supplied.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Certifications:
- None required
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to make quick decisions, identify options and take appropriate action.
- Ability to understand and follow detailed scientific or medical instructions given by investigators and/or veterinarians.
- Must be flexible and complete the job before leaving work. Animal care is a 7-days per week, 365-days per year job.
Work Experience:
- At least one (1) year of experience with demonstrated competence working with animals within a research lab and/or working with animals.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and transport equipment, supplies and/or animals weighing up to 75 pounds using carts with casters.
- Ability to understand and follow detailed scientific or medical instructions given by investigators and/or veterinarians
- Capable of tolerating a significant amount of standing, bending and walking.
- May be required to work with biological, chemical and radiation hazards after proper training.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Lab jacket, nitrile gloves or other PPE required to perform tasks.
- Follows all other standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $15.75
Maximum hourly: $21.65
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.
