Veterinary Technology I - Intermediate Care Unit (Hourly, After-hours)

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 25 Jan 2022

Posting Details
Working Title Veterinary Technology I - Intermediate Care Unit (Hourly, After-hours)
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Classification Title Veterinary Technology I
Posting Number 202100358P
Position Type State Classified
Open Date 01/13/2022
Close Date 01/25/2022
Salary $17.03 per hour (plus shift differential of 14-20%) + BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) and the State of Colorado are committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time classified employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Full/Part Time Part-time
State Classified Hourly Yes
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit
To educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. The Intermediate Care unit is an integral part of the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital which provides 24/7 state-of-the-art perioperative care and medical boarding.
Position Summary
This position will provide care to non-critical patients hospitalized in IMCU who are recovering from anesthesia, surgery, or require medical boarding and/or observation.
 
Note to Applicants: This position is filling an after-hours hourly shift. Positions will work Thursday – Saturday and the after-hours typically fall between 12:30 p.m. – 10:30 pm. Applicants can expect 20-30 hours/week with the option to pick up extra shifts.
Minimum Qualifications
An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in veterinary/animal health technology AND one year of experience in small animal (dogs & cats) patient care; specifically in post-operative care, assisting in surgery and monitoring while administering anesthesia.
Substitutions
Two years of experience as described above will substitute for each year of required education.
 
If using experience to substitute for the required associate’s degree, your application will need to demonstrate a minimum of three years of full-time work experience as defined above.
Preferred Qualifications
The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position: 
* Experience in post-operative patient care preferred. 
* Experience communicating successfully across disciplines including students, medical staff, faculty, and clients in order to work collaboratively and provide training. 
* Genuine desire to provide nursing care for ill/injured animals with a compassionate approach. 
* Experience training others in technical nursing care proceeds and minor veterinary procedures. 
* Ability to maintain a positive attitude and a proactive approach in a fast-paced and challenging environment. 
* Experience prioritizing caseload and using time management to effectively meet the needs of patients.
* Related state service experience.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Patient Care
Duty/Responsibility
* Provide care to hospitalized patients in Intermediate Care. 
* Recover patients from anesthesia, properly administers medications and fluids as needed, and provides overall patient comfort, under the direction of the primary VTH clinician and according to IMCU & VTH protocols. 
* Work in partnership with the PVM student assigned to the case, and the primary VTH clinician. 
* Communicate with other services regarding the care and transport of patients as necessary within departments of the VTH, and transfers patients as needed. 
* Accurately perform basic drug calculations, observe and recognize changes in patient status, communicate effectively with the IMCU team, and demonstrate caring behavior with all patients. 
* Ensure patient readiness for discharge from the VTH.
Percentage Of Time 70%
Job Duty Category Maintains Service Area
Duty/Responsibility
* Responsible for maintaining equipment in IMCU, and submitting work orders as needed to make sure that repairs are made. 
* Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of IMCU unit. 
* Responsible for checking stock levels, and replenishing as needed. 
* Responsible for checking drugs and supplies for the expiration date, and replacing when needed. 
* Adhere to VTH purchasing and Central Supply protocol.
Percentage Of Time 20%
Job Duty Category Documentation and Billing
Duty/Responsibility
* Record all relevant information into the patient’s medical record. 
* Ensure that all IMCU patients have been billed accurately before being discharged from the VTH.
Percentage Of Time 10%

Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
* Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the Work Experience section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information.
* Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience.
* Please note: Required experience is based on a full time (40hrs/wk) work schedule. Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent
* The Work Experience is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
* If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position.
* An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the Work Experience section of the Application.
* An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the Work Experience section of the Application.
* Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete.
RESUMES
 When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening.
* Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials.
Please see the Required Documents section of the posting.
NOTES
 Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
* The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense.
* All status updates for this position will be sent via email from [email protected], OR the Employment Consultant facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications.
* Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at https://jobs.colostate.edu
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION 
* Please check the Help link online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/help/ for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. 
* All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare., Shift Work - Hourly position with variable schedule. Could be scheduled for 2nd or 3rd shift.
EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Support and Safety Assessment, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523 -2026, (970) 491-7407.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb .
A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Similar Positions