Veterinary Assistant (Anesthesia)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3429P
Home Org Name Clinical Sciences
Division Name College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title Veterinary Assistant (Anesthesia)
Job Class Code IC11 (B-C)
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Veterinary Assistant that will perform various tasks related to the care and treatment of animal patients in a specialized anesthesia clinical service area. This position will focus on Small Animal Anesthesia Services.
This is a Monday thru Friday, position, however, hours may vary.
Learn more about VET MED and check out our facilities here: https://www.auburnvetmed.com/
Why should YOU work for VET MED?
  • Excellent full-time benefits that start on Day 1!
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family.
  • Generous relocation allowance to make your move easier.
  • Competitive state retirement program offering vesting after 10 years of service.
  • How about these numbers? 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave, 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child, and 9 official paid holidays.
  • Overnight shift differentials = more $$$ in your pocket.
  • Veterinary care and food discounts for your pets.
  • Uniform and continuing education allowances.
  • Rabies pre-exposure vaccination and titer costs covered by Auburn (for most positions)
  • Tuition assistance for you and your dependents after a year of service.
  • Opportunities for advancement.


Need we say more? Probably not – but just in case:
About Auburn:
At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Why employees choose Auburn:
Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn .
Our Commitment:
Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
  • Assists in the administration and monitoring of anesthesia and a variety of tasks in the care, observation and treatment of animals in a specialized small animal clinical service area.
  • With oversight from a veterinary anesthesiologist, independently performs anesthesia and peri-operative pain management for veterinary species. Specifically: perform cursory physical examinations, calculate drug dosages, maintain anesthesia equipment, administer pre-anesthetic medications, induce anesthesia, perform endotracheal intubation, insure safe positioning of patients for surgery, monitor physiological parameters, properly document anesthetic events in medical record, recognize anesthetic complications and institute proper corrective actions, recover patients from anesthesia, and enter patient charges into practice management software application.
  • Responsibilities are conducted in a teaching hospital on clinical cases. Anesthetist is also responsible for overseeing and instructing professional students in the safe and effective application of veterinary anesthesia and pain management.
  • Will be responsible for application of a wide variety of anesthetic agents and equipment.
  • Manages anesthesia for moderate, complex and critical patients.
  • Position has the potential to be physically (lifting, restraining, transporting animals) and mentally (rapid evaluation of physiologic parameters) demanding.
  • Performing physical examinations; calculating drug dosages.
  • Maintaining anesthetic equipment; administering anesthetic and analgesic medications. Performing endotracheal intubation; positioning animals.
  • Monitoring physiologic parameters; applying patient warming devices; changing bandages; cleaning animals.
  • Properly documenting peri-anesthetic events; recognizing patient complications and performing corrective measures.
  • Entering patient charges into practice management software applications.
  • Communicating effectively and working under the orders of a supervising veterinarian; and a willingness to learn new skills.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Depending on the combination of education and experience, the selected finalist will be hired as a Veterinary Assistant and assigned levels II or III.
Level II requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of professional experience in the care and comfort of animals.
Level III requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of professional experience in the care and comfort of animals. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
Experience working in a veterinary practice.

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $31,200 - $43,500
Job Category Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional Hours generally vary between 7:30 AM to 6 PM Monday through Friday on a rotating 4 day- 10 hour workweek schedule.
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 02/20/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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