Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S2768P |
| Home Org Name |
Clinical Sciences |
| Division Name |
College of Veterinary Medicine |
| Position Title |
Veterinary Technician - Inpatient ER (Day Shift) |
| Job Class Code |
IC23 (A-C) |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The seeks candidates for an Inpatient Veterinary Technician to work directly with the ER clinicians and rotating intern doctors to help facilitate quality client care and patient flow through the
IMC,
ICU, and ER.
Learn more about
VET
MED and take a campus tour here:
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.
- Relocation assistance to make your move easier.
- Generous state retirement program with eligibility to receive monthly payments 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 and weekend shift differentials = more $$$ in your pocket.
- Veterinary care and food discounts for your pets.
- Uniform and continuing education allowances.
- 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.
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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 .
Our Commitment:
Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
This is a monthly rotating day shift position.
Mon - Thurs 7:00 am - 5:00 pm; Fri - Sun 7:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Essential Functions |
- Oversight and training of professional veterinary students regarding care of animals, collection of specimens, and handling of animals.
- Transportation and monitoring of patients requiring diagnostic imaging and assistance with obtaining images as needed.
- Assisting clinicians with student examination, treatment, procedures, restraint, and sample collection.
- Anesthetic monitoring for patients requiring minor procedures in IMC or ICU.
- Assisting in emergency triage and stabilization of patients through the ER.
- Assist clinicians with set-up of critical patients as needed, including ventilator and CRRT patients.
- Communicating with referring veterinarians as directed by ECC clinicians.
- Operation and monitoring of patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Facilitating/coordinating consults with other specialty services.
- Assisting with estimates, inputting charges, and/or similar tasks.
- Other responsibilities as directed by clinicians.
*This position will not be responsible for primary nursing care of
ECC patients admitted to
IMC or
ICU. May be responsible for training, assisting or assigning tasks to others. May provide input to performance reviews of other employees. |
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Selected candidates may be hired as an Inpatient Veterinary Technician and assigned Levels I, II, or
III, depending on the combination of education and experience. Salary range is determined by eligibility for Level I, II, or
III.
Level I- Associate's degree in Animal Science or related scientific field
Level II- Associate's degree in Animal Science or related scientific field plus 2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
Level III- Associate's degree in Animal Science or related scientific field plus 4 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
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.
Certification or Licensure Requirements:
Veterinary Technician Certification having passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam (
VTNE). |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
Veterinary Technician Certification having passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam (
VTNE). |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$34,200 - $59,600 |
| Job Category |
Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
This is a monthly rotating day shift position. Mon - Thurs 7:00 am - 5:00 pm; Fri - Sun 7:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| 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 |
05/30/2023 |
| Closing Date |
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| 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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Auburn
$34,200 - $59,600
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, relocation assistance
July 01, 2023