Training Coordinator

The Training Coordinator for the Comparative Medicine Program (CMP) is responsible for coordinating and providing training to research lab animal users and CMP staff in order to maintain exceptional care and ensure research compliance. This position requires a strong background and understanding of various lab animal husbandry and veterinary technical procedures including, but not limited to, animal handling, injection methods, blood collection methods, anesthesia monitoring and surgical procedure preparation. The Training Coordinator will oversee the management of all training animals, including USDA species, and will work closely with CMP leadership and Veterinarians in ensuring all education requirements are met for vivarium access and procedure proficiencies. This position is also responsible for scheduling and coordinating CMP staff AALAS certification classes as well as regularly reviewing department SOPs. AALAS Laboratory Animal Technologist certification is preferred.

Requirements:

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports and works closely with Management team and proactively suggests training topics to ensure staff are proficient in skills needed to support ongoing and upcoming projects.

• Advises managers of potential problems with existing programs.

• Primary point of contact for all training sessions and question.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Schedule, perform, and document initial and ongoing training and instruction pertaining to regulations, departmental policies, updated guidelines and procedures, equipment use, and facility upkeep and maintenance. Trainings may occur either with individuals or in group settings. Maintains accurate and complete training records. Manages the logistics and notifications associated with the weekly schedule of activities.

• Coordinates the training schedule, ensuring participants and instructors are notified, materials are in the correct room at the correct time, equipment is available and working, and rosters are maintained.

• Designs, implements, and oversees instructional opportunities for personnel. Adheres to policies and procedures to ensure that the department meets institutional, regulatory and accreditation agency requirements.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs and/or assists with proficiency reviews and evaluations of personnel performing technical tasks to evaluate effectiveness and provides immediate corrections.

• Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identifies cost saving initiatives within the department and communicates recommendations.

• Determines the need for materials, equipment and instruments necessary for training activities. Orders or procures necessary items within budgetary limitations and assists with monitoring training program expenditures and preparing budget reports. Dispenses and maintains records of supplies, equipment, and materials.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in the face of changing demands.

• Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or service.

• Learns, reviews, suggests improvements, refines and formalizes a variety of animal care, veterinary technical training and facility support practices (e.g., Standard Operating Procedures).

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

• Bachelor or Science degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 years of training experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Experience in writing technical documents and instructional materials.

• Strong organizational and problem solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• An in-depth understanding of instructional design and learning styles.

• Experience in writing technical documents and instructional materials.

• Experience in writing standard operating procedures

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional No
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes