Animal Tech II- Bioresources Dept.

Henry Ford Hospital
  • Detroit, MI
    7 days ago

    Job Description

    Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford''s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation''s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

    Animal Tech II - Henry Ford Health

    Job Title

    Animal Tech II

    About the Department

    Join one of Michigan''s largest physician organizations, delivering coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Henry Ford Medical Group offers collaborative teamwork, access to leading clinical resources, and opportunities to build lasting relationships with patients and communities. As part of our team, you''ll contribute to a culture of excellence in animal care and research, supporting vital scientific advancements in a state-of-the-art facility.

    Role Overview

    As an Animal Tech II, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals by performing complex care, feeding, and maintenance tasks. Your work directly supports researchers and scientists in their mission to advance medical knowledge and treatments. This role is essential for maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a safe, ethical environment for animal research.

    Why Henry Ford Health

    At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

    What You Will Do

    • Provide daily care, feeding, and maintenance for various laboratory animal species.
    • Ensure all activities comply with regulatory and accreditation standards, including NIH, USDA, and AAALAC International.
    • Maintain a safe working environment by following appropriate safety procedures and using equipment correctly.
    • Support research protocols by adhering to approved procedures and guidelines.

    What You Will Need

    Required Qualifications

    • High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.
    • Six (6) months of paid, hands-on animal experience.
    • Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator''s license and satisfactory driving record.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Two (2) years of related animal experience.
    • ALAT certification preferred.

    What We Offer

    Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to mission-driven work that makes a difference. Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and development in a supportive environment.

    Join Our Team

    Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team at Henry Ford Health!

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDetroit, MI

    Skills

    • Accreditation Standardsunmatched
    • Animal Researchunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Environmental Researchunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • National Institutes of Health (NIH)unmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Research Protocolsunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Scientific Researchunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)unmatched

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