Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S3856P |
| Home Org Name |
Clinical Sciences |
| Division Name |
College of Veterinary Medicine |
| Position Title |
Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient IMC/ICU/ER (Swing Shift) |
| Job Class Code |
IC22 (B-C) |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Are you ready for a fresh start? Do you find satisfaction in caring for veterinary patients when they need you most? Look no further - we have the job for you!
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for an
Inpatient Veterinary Assistant to work in the Intermediate Care (
IMC), Intensive Care Unit (
ICU), and Emergency Room (ER) section of our
Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital. The individual in this position will work directly with board-certified emergency and critical care veterinarians and rotating intern doctors to help facilitate quality care and patient flow through the
IMC,
ICU, and ER.
This is a monthly rotating swing shift position.
Mon - Thurs 4:00 pm - 2:00 am; Fri - Sun 1:00 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.
Auburn University
is more than just an institution; it's a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it's reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.
Life-Changing Impact: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Whether it's groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, administrative operations or community outreach, every effort contributes to positive change. We're not just clocking in; we're making a lasting difference in the lives of others.
How We Support You: Auburn cares for its greatest assets-its employees. Generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment make it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to retirement plans, we've got you covered. Learn more about how we support employees by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn
Come and Stay: The median length of employment for an Auburn employee is 10 years. That's because Auburn invests in its people. We're not a revolving door; we're a family. The Auburn Family. We grow together, learn together, and build lasting relationships.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area exudes small-town charm and warmth. With cozy traditions, excellent schools, and vibrant downtowns, it's a place where you'll feel at home. Plus, we're centrally located in the Southeast with easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
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| 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.
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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 II or
III.
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 |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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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 4:00 pm - 2:00 am; Fri - Sun 1:00 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 |
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| Posting Date |
08/09/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/47617 |
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Auburn
$31,200 - $47,900
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance
Nov 18, 2024