Join Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Lerner Research Institute embodies Cleveland Clinic’s values of research, innovation and education by conducting leading-edge research that improves the lives of patients today and in the future. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career.
As a Research AHT, you will monitor and support the health and well-being of animals in the Biological Research Unit at Cleveland Clinic utilized in foundational pre-clinical trials and studies. In this role, you will ensure they have adequate supplies, food and clean enclosures to prevent illness and discomfort while directly supporting foundational pre-clinical research that will one day improve the lives of patients around the world. Ultimately, your efforts are crucial in facilitating the Cleveland Clinic mission to enhance the global healthcare field.
This position offers opportunities for growth and personal development through comprehensive onboarding, cross-training, shadowing experiences, access to the AALAS Learning Library, and additional professional resources available through the Cleveland Clinic.
A caregiver in this position works days from 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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Monitor and care for the health and well-being of animals housed in the Biological Resources Unit (BRU).
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Perform daily health observations and monitor the condition of research animals.
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Provide custodial care, fresh feed and fresh water for animals according to the standard operating procedures.
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Write up health reports for the vet team.
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Receive animal shipments and complete required documentation.
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Maintain and adequately supply the areas used for technical procedures.
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Transport supplies, equipment and animals to and from various locations.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Completion of on-the-job training to properly handle all species of animals housed within the BRU
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Flexibility 24/7, 365-days a year
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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Experience in the custodial care of animals
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Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift and transport supplies, equipment, and/or animals weighing over 50 pounds; frequent standing, bending and walking; must be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, sights, animal bites and scratches.
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May be required to work with biological, chemical, and radiation hazards after proper training.
Personal Protective Equipment:
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Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay Range
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