Research AHT I

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 illnesses and discomfort. Ultimately, your efforts are crucial in facilitating the Cleveland Clinic mission to enhance the global healthcare field.

A caregiver in this position works days/evenings/nights/weekends from 6: 00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with one holiday shift per year.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Monitor and care for the health and well-being of research animals.

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

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

• Receive animal shipments and complete required documentation.

• Ensure that areas used for technical procedures are well maintained and adequately supplied.

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

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Able and willing to be trained to properly handle all species of animals housed within the department

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and complete assigned responsibilities, as animal care is a 7-days-per-week, 365-days-per-year operation that may require weekend and holiday coverage

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to make quick decisions, identify options and take appropriate action

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in the custodial care of animals

• Prior animal handling experience and/or schooling in animal science

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.).