We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento **Position Overview:** Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides basic husbandry and health surveillance for all research animals on a daily basis. Routinely performs technical laboratory procedures. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise specimen handling. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. **Job Description** : **EDUCATION:** + HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:** + 1 year working with research laboratories. **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** + Knowledge of animal care and safe handling procedure, as well as animal anesthesia, inoculation, and parasite harvests. + Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. + Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel. + Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. + General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). + Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. + Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. + Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. + Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI). + Build collaborates relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. **Job Shift:** Varied **Schedule:** Per Diem/Casual **Shift Hours:** 8 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** Rotating Weekends **Benefits:** No **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 0 **Employee Status:** Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $31.43 to $45.58 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_