Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Necropsy Assistant

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience, including customer service and computer records maintenance

1. Loading and unloading tissue digester and working with various equipment
o Using a hoist to load and unload a tissue digester
o Cleaning the equipment
o Cleaning the coolers
o Cleaning the necropsy area with disinfectants
o Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and ready for use

2. Tissue Processing and Assisting with Necropsy
o Assisting in the necropsy and disposal process. This includes showing students basic necropsy techniques and assisting the pathologist and residents during a necropsy
o Processing patients for cremation and working closely with outside cremation companies
o Participates in infectious disease necropsies and taking samples to the Alachua County Health Department when needed
o Sharpening knives with a wet stone and steel
o Preparing various chemical solutions

3. Customer assistance and administrative support
o Working with computers (scanning inventory) and bagging tissue
o Receive submission paperwork and accession into computer system.
o Stocking lab areas with specific supplies when needed
o Talking to potential and current clients to assess needs and resolve issues
o Adhering to procedures to maintain our Quality Management System requirements
4. Other duties as assigned

$15.00-$16.50/hour

Bachelor degree preferred; experience working with animals; experience working in a Necropsy Laboratory

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.  When appropriate certifications are achieved, promotional opportunities to a level II title may be available. This position will also become eligible for transition into a TEAMS (staff) salary plan. 

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.