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    Veterinary Assistant - Auburn, United States - Auburn University

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    Position Information

    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 BeachAuburn 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 .

    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.

    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.

    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 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

    List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

    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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