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Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Research AHT, you will monitor and support the health and well-being of animals in the Biological Research Unit at Cleveland Clinic utilized in foundational pre-clinical trials and studies. In this role, you will ensure they have adequate supplies, food and clean enclosures to prevent illness and discomfort while directly supporting foundational pre-clinical research that will one day improve the lives of patients around the world. Ultimately, your efforts are crucial in facilitating the Cleveland Clinic mission to enhance the global healthcare field.

A caregiver in this position works day/evening/night/weekend shifts from 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with 1 holiday per year.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Monitor and care for the health and well-being of animals housed in the Biological Resources Unit (BRU).

+ Perform daily health observations and monitor the condition of research animals.

+ Provide custodial care, fresh feed and fresh water for animals according to the standard operating procedures.

+ Write up health reports for the vet team.

+ Receive animal shipments and complete required documentation.

+ Maintain and adequately supply the areas used for technical procedures.

+ Transport supplies, equipment and animals to and from various locations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Completion of on-the-job training to properly handle all species of animals housed within the BRU

+ Flexibility 24/7, 365-days a year

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Experience in the custodial care of animals

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to lift and transport equipment and/or animals weighing up to 75 pounds using carts with casters.

+ Capable of tolerating a significant amount of standing, bending and walking.

+ May be required to work with biological, chemical and radiation hazards after proper training

Personal Protective Equipment:

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.25

Maximum hourly: $19.60

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities