ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN- FULL TIME
Company: Cooper University Health Care
Location: Camden
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
About us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to
providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our
extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical
innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities,
equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a
commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and
compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a
comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision,
life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive
working conditions and opportunities for career growth through
professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health
Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey. Short Description
The Animal Care Technician is responsible for all aspects of the
humane care, handling and restraint of various species of research
laboratory animals in accordance with standard operating
procedures, experimental protocols and all applicable state and
federal laws, regulations and guidelines in the Cooper University
Health Care Vivarium. In this position it is essential that
individuals work as productive, cooperative team members in
accomplishing tasks Perform daily health checks and animal room
environmental checks according to established procedure. Promptly
report any animal health or room conditions issues to the area
supervisor. Properly handle and restrain various species of
laboratory animals Feed (ad libitum or restricted) and provide
water to animals as directed. Complete animal cage changes and
sanitation as required or as special conditions warrant. Properly
mix and handle solutions used for a variety of purposes, but
primarily for cleaning and sanitation Maintain required levels of
sanitation by sweeping, mopping, dusting and scrubbing on a daily,
weekly and quarterly basis as instructed. Properly and safely
operate mechanical sanitation and sterilization equipment. Monitor
animal rooms and area reports on a daily, weekly and/or monthly
basis as required. Assist staff veterinarians in surgical and
necropsy procedures. Perform animal treatments as prescribed by
staff veterinarians. Properly record treatments and/or results.
Must wear/utilize protective equipment required for entry into
restricted areas and performance of tasks as specified in
applicable safety regulations and/or Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform euthanasia (humane death) of laboratory animals as
directed. Dispose of carcasses in accordance with applicable
regulations Experience Required 0-2 Years of experience Education
Requirements HIGH SCHOOL OR GED Special Requirements Communication
- Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and coworkers ?
Demonstrates proficiency in basic animal husbandry and care. ?
Continue training to maintain and build proficiency in techniques
in accordance with customer needs and/or requirements.
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