Veterinary Assistant III - Gulf Shores, AL

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S2040P

Home Org Name

Clinical Sciences

Division Name

College of Veterinary Medicine

Position Title

Veterinary Assistant III - Gulf Shores, AL

Job Class Code

IC11C

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.

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 !

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.
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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

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Field of Study

Years of Experience

4

Area of Experience

Experience in the care and comfort of animals

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Degrees accepted in lieu of years of experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$31,100 - $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

09/29/2022

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/32793
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Other
3. Other Documentation
4. Other Documentation (2)

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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2. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have 4 years of experience in the care and comfort of animals OR a degree to use in lieu of years of experience?
   • Yes
   • No