Animal Care Technician - Moose Jaw, Canada - Bovigen Genetic Services

Bovigen Genetic Services

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Moose Jaw, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Animal Care Technician

Job Summary:
This position is a full-time position focusing on bovine reproduction. The position will include working closely with both our semen production team and embryo production team. Tasks will vary day to day however will include daily work with cattle. Due to the nature of reproduction work some weekend work may be required. Flexible schedule available during off season, longer hours may be required during busy season.

Animal Care Technician Responsibilities:

Assisting with OPU and In Vivo Collections
Assisting with freezing in vitro and in vivo embryos
Thawing embryos and preparing pipettes for fresh and frozen embryo transfers
Producing and maintaining donor and recipient records
Travel to farms to assist with donor collections and embryo transfers.
Assisting with bull semen collections via electroejaculation and natural collection
Assisting with semen processing/ freezing and caning
Maintaining frozen genetic inventory
Performing health tests on donor cows and bulls
Equipment cleaning and maintenance
Client communication

Education and Qualifications/ Skills Requirements:

High school diploma is a minimum requirement, preference given to registered veterinary technicians
Cattle handling experience is required
Very strong attention to detail
Excellent organization and time management skills
Effective communication skills

Pay:
$18.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week

Benefits: