Animal Equipment Preparer Lead
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) | |||||||||
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement | |||||||||
United States, Washington, Seattle | |||||||||
1100 Fairview Avenue North (Show on map) | |||||||||
May 04, 2024 | |||||||||
Animal Equipment Preparer Lead
Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality. At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion. The Equipment Preparer Lead is responsible for assisting the Supervisor-Housing Systems Operations in the oversight of the quality of work in the cage wash facility. Process the facilities' soiled animal housing equipment and prepare for use. The incumbent works following established procedures in performing daily responsibilities. The Equipment Preparer Lead position reports directly to the Husbandry Systems Operations Supervisor. This position is under supervision with no responsibility for supervision others. Uses discretion and judgement in carrying out tasks. Responsibilities Essential Role Classification: The Equipment Preparer Lead is classified as essential personnel and, as such, is required to work with a minimal number of absences and during all Center closures except in the event of a major disaster when access to animal housing and use facilities is prohibited by governmental emergency personnel.
Housing Equipment Preparation: Oversees and prepares items for the equipment washers, including removal of soiled bedding, sorting of items into similar batches, soaking designated items and scrubbing items that are especially soiled. Be proficient at scheduling and preparing orders of animal caging and rodent drinking water for the animal technicians.
Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists. The hourly pay range for this position is from $20.00 to $26.73 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Our Commitment to Diversity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700. |