Veterinary Assistant (Floater)

Auburn University, United States

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


Requisition Number S3463P
Home Org Name Clinical Sciences
Division Name College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title Veterinary Assistant (Floater)
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 (Floater) that will assist with patient care within the Medicine and Surgery sections in the Small Animal Hospital. In addition, the individual selected for this position will assist other services as needed based on patient demands, and float in the Medicine/Surgery service area to assist with patient care and client needs.
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
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
  • Operates, maintains, repairs, and cleans laboratory/research equipment, laboratory/clinic area, and maintains supplies.
  • Performs routine laboratory examinations.
  • Inspects facilities, equipment, and supplies daily, as well as observes health status of animals, environmental conditions, temperature, and sanitation.
  • Assists clinicians with student examinations, treatment, research, projects, surgery, restraint, sample collection, and in emergency and critical care of patients.
  • Administers medicine, routine vaccinations, and treatment according to prescribed instruction.
  • Observes and records vital data, abnormal signs, body weight, food/water intake of animals, and collects and labels specimens.
  • Conducts library searches, writes procedures and reports, and prepares charts and graphs.
  • Schedules appointments for diagnostic procedures and advises referring veterinarians about the use of specialized equipment.
  • May be responsible for, or assist in, billing clients, inputting charges, and/or similar tasks

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Depending upon the combination of education and experience, the qualified candidate will be selected as Veterinary Assistant and assigned Levels II or III.
Level II: Requires a high school diploma plus 2 years of professional experience in the care and comfort of animals.
Level III: Requires a high school diploma 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 Education:
When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
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 Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm with some flexibility required
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/06/2024
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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