Veterinary Assistant - Gulf Shores, AL - Job at Auburn in Auburn, AL

Veterinary Assistant - Gulf Shores, AL

Auburn, AL

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Requisition Number	S3471P
Home Org Name	Clinical Sciences
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Veterinary Assistant - Gulf Shores, AL
Job Class Code	IC11 (C)
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	Work for Auburn University-and Live at the Beach! Auburn Veterinary Specialists - Gulf Shores seeks candidates for a Veterinary Assistant III position to perform various tasks related to the care and treatment of animal patients. This position assists in the monitoring and treatment of all patients admitted to the hospital. This position will be responsible for providing support for dermatology, surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, and patient care. The ideal candidate is flexible and enjoys working with multiple services. As a teaching institution, we excel at teaching advanced techniques, not only to vet students but to our staff. This individual will help with endoscopies, ultrasounds, CTs, MRIs, surgery scrub, patient histories, client communication, filling medications, various diagnostic procedures as well as monitoring patients post-procedure. Scheduling can be flexible for the right individual. Auburn Veterinary Specialists is the centerpiece of a 24,000-square-foot Auburn University Educational Complex in Gulf Shores, Alabama, providing specialty veterinary services and educational opportunities for students interested in internal medicine and surgery, and is a satellite of the Auburn University Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the College of Veterinary Medicine. Explore the Auburn Veterinary Specialist - Gulf Shores site here! Why should YOU work for Auburn Veterinary Specialists? 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 Transition Allowance 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. 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 auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions	Essential Functions: Beginning treatments and admitting patients to IMC or ICU, ability to observe and record vital data, abnormal signs, body weight, and collect and labels specimens and perform treatments, administer medications as prescribed by primary veterinarian, record verbal patient history and communication and relay to appropriate staff. Recover patients from anesthetic procedures. Performs, instructs, and demonstrates advanced veterinary care techniques and procedures related to critical care medicine. Assists veterinarians in the care of patients requiring advanced procedures and life-saving techniques, including CPR. Knowledge of mechanical ventilator use preferred. 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 that can include occasional after hours, on weekends and holidays. Assist various departments with patient care and diagnostic procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	Education and Experience: Level III: High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience. 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.

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Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Experience working in a veterinary hospital environment is desired.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$31,200 - $43,500
Job Category	Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Gulf Shores
State position is located:	Alabama
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Posting Date	03/08/2024
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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Job Summary

Company

Auburn

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Salary and Benefits

$31,200 - $43,500

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

4+ years