Laboratory Technician ; Lab Tech; IRCAD North America

Department: 10010 IRCAD - Administration

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:
First shift (exact hours vary). Saturdays required, occasional Sundays. Can accommodate five 8 hour days or four 10 hour days.

$19.80 - $29.70

Provides technical support for primary research investigators and conducts technical research procedures. Experience with both animal surgery and anesthesia strongly preferred.

• Prepareslaboratoryenvironment for professional education courses as outlined by course coordinator and laboratory leadership. Prepares instrumentation, equipment, and consumables needed for the course.
• Conducts technical laboratory procedures and animal anesthesia, surgery, and postoperative care.
• Receives, prepares, positions, and performsproperdispositionofall tissue samples.
• Assistsinthe monitoring of research laboratory inventory and equipment and taking appropriate actions.
• Follows all DEA regulations related to the receipt, storage, use, destruction, and disposal of controlled substances.
• Assistinmaintainingthe storage of research data and tissue records.
• Operates all equipment and devices necessary for the performance oflaboratoryproceduresincluding radiographic equipment.
• Assistsin the maintenance of the physical environment.

• None

• Bachelor'sof Science Degreerequiredorits equivalent in experience.

• 1 year experience in veterinary medicine, research, medical education, or healthcare field required.

• N/A

• Work in fast paced office/laboratory environment. Requiresability to sit or stand forlong periodsof time.
  
  Ability to move and lift heavy objects.
  
  Each employee has the responsibility toworkin a safe manner.

• RVT/LVT, AALAS certification

• Prior experience with surgery or anesthesia

• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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