Veterinary Technologist I

Date Posted : 10 / 09 / 2024

Req ID : 40093

Faculty / Division : UofT Mississauga

Department : UTM : Ofc of the ViceP Research&Innovation

Campus : University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

General Description of Class

This is the first level of technologist under direct supervision to perform laboratory animal care according to the standards set by the University, the Canadian Council on Animal Care and the Ontario Animals for Research Act.

Typical Duties

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job.

They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated. Flexibility of the employee to perform a wide variety of functions is necessary in successfully fulfilling the requirements of this position.

The degree to which each employee performs each of the following tasks listed below will vary according to where and when the employee is scheduled to work.

• a) performs animal management and animal health checks; gathers appropriate samples for diagnostic purposes e.g. blood, urine, feces, swabs;
• b) administers treatments as required under veterinary supervision, issues sick reports as required;
• c) operates and works with specialized containment equipment such as biological safety cabinets, laminar flow racks, ventilated racks and autoclaves;
• d) performs routine laboratory health surveillance e.g. pinworm check, fecal examination, blood sampling;
• e) implements disease control requirements including treatment, signage, protective clothing as advised by veterinary or managerial staff;
• f) wears personal protective equipment as appropriate;
• g) may perform the duties of a Laboratory Animal Technician III and;

h) other related duties as required

Minimum Requirements for Selection

Education

University degree in a related field and / or is a Registered Laboratory Animal Technician with the Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science and / or completion of a recognized Veterinary Technology Diploma program.

Experience

One year of related experience.

Other

Physically capable of performing the required duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs. No history of animal-related allergies.

Must be willing to participate in the University Health and Safety program, which includes the requirement to undergo an immunization program depending on the work environment.

Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written). Ability to take direction and work independently. May be required to be in possession of a valid Provincial Class "G" driver's license.

Ability to work weekends and holidays as required.

There is one position available on a 2-year term basis

Closing Date : 10 / 18 / 2024, 11 : 59PM ET

Employee Group : Hourly CUPE 3261

Appointment Type : Budget - Term

Schedule : Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone : Job Rate : $30.63 / hr

Job Category : Research Administration & Teaching