Tech I/II/III, Surgical Services

Position Details

Requisition Number

S965P

Home Org Name

Clinical Sciences

Division Name

College of Veterinary Medicine

Position Title

Tech I/II/III, Surgical Services

Job Class Code

ID07 A-C

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring surgical rooms and instruments are sterilized, equipped, and supplied appropriately.

Essential Functions

Assisting surgeons as needed by retrieving needed surgical instruments and equipment from surgical supply; cleaning operating rooms between surgical cases and making sure rooms are ready for next case; positioning patients for surgery and performing aseptic prep of surgery site; and maintaining cleanliness and sterility of operating rooms; decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation using an autoclave and a vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilizer; maintenance of surgical packs and instruments.

Education Level

Associate's degree

Field of Study

Degree in Animal Science, Nursing, or related scientific field.

Years of Experience

No experience required for entry level

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires an Associate’s degree in a technical or scientific field related to area of assignment plus 2 years of experience in surgical services practices or care and comfort of animals.

Level III requires an Associate’s degree in a technical or scientific field related to area of assignment plus 4 years of experience in surgical services practices or care and comfort of animals.

Education Level

When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education

Field of Study

Years of 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.

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a veterinary hospital and knowledge of surgical instruments and sterile techniques is desired.

Salary Grade

28

Salary Range

$22,300 - $46,700

Job Category

Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

Various working hours between 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and includes weekends and holidays. Weekend call rotations are required for processing sterile instruments.

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

07/22/2021

Closing Date

EEO Statement

A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required. 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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/24115
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation
3. Other
4. Other Documentation
5. Other Documentation (2)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please provide how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Do you have an Associate's degree or higher in Animal Science, Nursing, or related scientific field OR 4 years of related experience to use in lieu of a degree?
   • Yes
   • No