Animal Health Technician - Temporary Part-time Occasional (Research Institute)
Animal Health Technician - Temporary Part-time Occasional (Research Institute)
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Job Description
Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Qubec - Sant (FRQS).
Position summary
Under the general supervision of the manager of the Animal Resources Division the technician performs animal care-related duties technical procedures and administrative duties related to the care and use of laboratory animals.
General Duties
Performs animal health-related duties: observes and performs physical examinations of animals
Identifies records and reports animal health problems to the Veterinarian and Investigators/research
staff
Administers treatments and perform diagnostic tests as prescribed by the Veterinarian
Provides training and orientation to the PIs and research staff
Prepares the required equipment instruments and supplies for surgery or procedures and provide
surgical pre and post-op care
Conducts routine and specialized techniques on laboratory animals
Provides information to PIs and Research staff concerning animal health administration of treatment
techniques and animal use protocols
Performs husbandry and technical duties related to the care and maintenance of animals
Helps maintain inventory of materials medications and equipment
Operates and monitors appropriate equipment tools materials and instruments
Administrative duties (data entry coordinate meetings reception training session).
Additional information
Status : Temporary Occasional Part-time (on call) hours per week will vary according to the need of the division
Pay Scale: commensurate with qualifications and experience / $23.80/hour - $44.19/hour.
Work Shift: starts at 8 a.m. (Saturday and/or Sunday and/or holidays and vacation replacements)
Work Site: RI-MUHC - Glen and Montreal General Hospital sites
Why work with us
3 days of paid sick leave per year which includes a maximum of 1 personal day
RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan)
Vacation is prorated based on a percentage of your salary
5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.
learn more about our benefits please visit IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
