Veterinary Technologist 1 

Job Number: 1901139 

Faculty / Division: University of Toronto Scarborough 

Department: UTSC: Animal Facilities 

Campus: Scarborough   

Description:  

In the UTSC Office of the Vice-Principal Research Animal Vivarium we take pride in our facility ensuring the highest standards of animal care are met. We provide a welcoming, service-oriented, clean and safe research environment for students, faculty, and staff.

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. 

Our facility has recently undergone a massive 8.8 million dollar renovation with brand new cage wash, housing, procedural, office, and other support space. Species on-site are unique in comparison to other institutions, as we have researchers engaged in animal welfare and wildlife research. A few of the species on site include: mice, rats, zebrafish, hummingbirds, voles, and wild fish.  

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) cage change as well as cage wash duties

(i) other related duties as required 

Qualifications:  (Minimum Qualifications)

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.

Travel: None 

Notes: Please note that this is a term position until March 2020.

Hours of Work:  Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Additional shifts may be offered as they become available.

Employee Group: CUPE Local 3261 

Appointment Type: Budget - Term 

Schedule: Part-time 

 Hours of Work: 22.5 hrs/week  

Part Time Percentage of FTE: 60Shift Details: Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm  

 Hourly Rate: Probationary Rate: $23.29/hr -- Job Rate: $25.87/hr 

Job Field: Technical (CUPE3261) 

Classification: Veterinary Technologist I 

Job Posting: Mar 22, 2019 

Job Closing: Apr 1, 2019, 11:59:00 PM 

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