Lab Technician I - Contract
· Basseterre, St Kitts & Nevis
· Contract
· Department: Faculty
Company Description
About Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM), an Adtalem Global Education institution, prepares students to become veterinary leaders by drawing connections among animals, people and the planet, as a member of the One Health Initiative. RUSVM offers research programs focused on emerging infectious and zoonotic diseases, conservation medicine and ecosystem health. RUSVM has graduated more than 6,000 students and offers postgraduate master’s, PhD, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) programs accredited by the St. Christopher & Nevis Accreditation Board and the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. RUSVM is located on St. Kitts and includes the Ross University Veterinary Clinic, accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association. Visit veterinary.rossu.edu for more information, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Job Description
Opportunity at a Glance The primary purpose of this position is to provide support to students, faculty and the Sr. Lab Technicians in the Clinical Skills Lab. Responsibilities predominantly include setting up and breaking down labs, supporting EVS team with preparation & maintenance of lab equipment, supplies and tissues.
• Set up, break down and clean up labs.
• Aide instructors and students during lab hours
• Equipment checks before and after labs (all instruments must be accounted for)
• Ensure that all supplies are stocked in the cabinets daily
• Record all inventory movement according to CSL record keeping policy
• Pick up clean and prepare cadaver tissue (porcine bladders and ovine skin) from the abattoir.
• Model making and maintenance
• Preparation of Surgery Packs
• Completes other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Additional Information
KSAs Willing to work variable shifts (8:00 - 4:00, 8:30 – 4:30, 9:00 – 5:00) during the week including some holidays Works well in a team environment Excellent communication skills Willing to work with tissues from the abattoir Cleaning and preparing bladders and skin for labs Strong work ethic Willing and able to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs)
