Glassware/Cagewash Support

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

Summary:

The Glassware/Cagewash Support role shall provide glassware and cagewash services that include, but not limited to, receiving, cleaning, sanitizing, sterilizing (when required), drying, and storing glassware/animal caging/animal care and use equipment using Government-provided equipment and materials. The Glassware/Cagewash Technician shall independently select and apply appropriate procedures for the supported tasks. The Glassware/Cagewash Technician shall assist in providing non-routine cleaning/sanitation support, supporting changes in procedure, addressing problems, etc.

Work requires continuous standing and walking on concrete or hard surfaced floors, climbing, working in a bent position, and carrying materials up to 50 pounds. Work, as performed, exposes incumbent to unpleasant odors and noises. There is a hazard of burns from washers and autoclaves and skin irritations from cleaning and decontaminating solutions. This person must wear protective clothing or equipment such as gloves, a positive air pressure respirator (PAPR), or other personal protective equipment, for prolonged periods.

Schedule: Primarily 0800-1630, with flexibility based on research and cleaning demands.

Essential Job Functions:

• Processing and storing all soiled glassware and animal care and use equipment presented to cagewash.
• Shall process soiled items, store items and document operations.
• Provide same day glassware/cagewash services for all equipment received prior to 2:45 PM (1445) unless otherwise approved by the TPOC.
• Shall move equipment and supplies between the dirty side and the clean side of the cage wash area
• Shall process, transport, and document the disposal of waste, including general, animal carcasses, medical, pathological, chemical, and radioactive wastes from the animal care and use areas IAW SOPs. Contract Employee shall render biohazardous waste safe by autoclaving or other appropriate means before removal from the animal care and use areas.
• Shall maintain glassware/cagewash areas.
• Shall operate glassware/cagewash equipment and document operations.
• Shall conduct and document all Core Safety duties IAW SOPs. This includes, but is not limited to, preparing decontaminating solutions, and related materials by weighing and measuring constituents, mixing, sterilizing, and dispensing to designated areas; cleaning and waxing floors, washing windows, emptying waste containers; decontaminating supplies, equipment, salvage, and other materials before removal from infectious areas, or use of decontaminating solutions; collecting, sterilizing, sorting, counting, and exchanging laboratory clothing, shoes, and towels; receiving, storing, and distributing bulk laboratory supplies (PPE, chemicals, feed, bedding, etc.) or large equipment (i.e., caging); and operating sterilizers (autoclaves).
• Shall perform routine operator/user-level maintenance and repair of all animal care and use equipment used by Contract Employees IAW SOPs and notify the Contract PM when more extensive repairs are necessary.
• Shall monitor certification/maintenance dates on animal care and use equipment and notify the Contract PM in a timely fashion of certifications that are coming due.
• Shall conduct and document time/temp and bacteriological monitoring of autoclave, cagewash and glassware equipment operation IAW SOPs. Contract Employee shall ensure resolution of any deviations and notify Contract PM immediately of unresolved deviations.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment on hand and notify the Contract PM of supply and equipment needs.
• Shall receive, inspect, and store each shipment of supplies and equipment IAW SOPs. Shipments shall not be accepted in damaged condition, or it is an incorrect type, quantity, and quality, or if expired/short dated. Uncrate and assemble equipment on receipt to ensure it is the correct item.
• Shall complete and document all trainings as required to perform tasks IAW SOPs and policies. Contract Employee shall enter documentation of training, experience, and professional certifications into designated systems of record.
• Shall travel to local (75-mile radius) research facilities to observe and learn or develop novel approaches to facilitate animal care at USAMRIID, if required by the needs of the Government with TPOC and COR approval.
• Attend continuing education annually at no additional cost to the Government with prior coordination through the Contract PM.
• Provide training to USAMRIID personnel as requested by TPOC. Some areas of instruction may include, but are not limited to, observation of animals, safe work practices, and procedures and animal husbandry topics of interest in the research environment.
• Shall inform Contract PM of all absences as far in advance as possible.
• Shall promptly report illness or injury, new medications, changes in current medications, any changes in health status or foreign travel to the Contract PM.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Apply practical knowledge and technical expertise to resolve problems independently and in cooperation with other personnel.
• Shall work in Microsoft Word, SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel, Outlook and other software systems as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BPRP enrollment is required and will be held and maintained IAW the provisions in this contract and all applicable regulations.
• ALAT certification or higher, as defined by AALAS is required prior to or within eighteen months (18) of hire. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
• US Citizenship Required
• Variable work hours, to include 24/7 coverage, evenings/nights, weekends, Government holidays, and during unforeseen closures or circumstances shall apply, as requested to meet mission requirements.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Secret security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified. *NACLC/ANACI is acceptable if completed within 5 years prior to enrollment.
• Ability to successfully pass a drug test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Animal husbandry experience in a research setting is highly desirable.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 to $20.00 hourly.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.