Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient ER (Swing Shift)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3489P
Home Org Name Clinical Sciences
Division Name College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient ER (Swing Shift)
Job Class Code IC22 (A-C)
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for an Vet Assistant – Inpatientworking directly with the ER clinicians and rotating intern doctors to help facilitate quality client care and patient flow through the IMC, ICU, and ER.
This is a monthly rotating swing shift position.
Mon – Thurs 3:00 pm – 1:00 am; Fri – Sun 3:00 pm – 2:00 am
Learn more about VET MED and take a campus tour 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.
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 with administering treatments and monitoring patients admitted in IMC or ICU, Observes and records vital data, abnormal signs, body weight, food/water intake of animals, and collects and labels specimens and perform treatments and administer medications as prescribed by primary veterinarian.
  • Performs and demonstrates veterinary care techniques and procedures related to emergency and critical care medicine.
  • Assists veterinarians in the care of patients requiring advanced procedures and life-saving techniques including CPR, mechanical ventilation and dialysis.
  • Inspects facilities, equipment, and supplies daily, as well as observes health status of animals, environmental conditions, temperature, and sanitation.
  • Perform job duties with speed and accuracy and work as essential personnel, providing care for patients after hours, on weekends and holidays.
  • Assists with emergency triage and stabilization of patients presenting through the Emergency
    service.
  • May be responsible for, or assist in, billing clients, inputting charges, and/or similar tasks.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Depending upon a combination of education and experience, the finalist selected for this position will be hired as a Veterinary Assistant – Inpatient and assigned levels I, II, or III.
Level I: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Level II: Requires a High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
Level III: Requires a High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
Substitutions allowed for Education:
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.
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
Knowledge of processes, methods, and procedures associated with veterinary medicine.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
Experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $31,200 - $47,900
Job Category Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional This is a monthly rotating swing shift position. Mon - Thurs 3:00 pm - 1:00 am; Fri - Sun 3:00 pm - 2:00 am
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/18/2024
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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