Patient Care Veterinary Assistant

Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG191266SP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Patient Care Veterinary Assistant
Anticipated Hiring Range
$31,200 - $34,000 (Shifts with the majority of hours worked between 4pm and 8am will earn shift differential.)
Work Schedule
Hours tbd, 24/7 hospital operation, will include nights, weekends & holidays
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
CVM Teaching Hospital
About the Department
The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 35,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.
The college is committed to practicing inclusivity, making community a priority and promoting innovation. We embrace effective leadership and we champion personal and professional growth.
Essential Job Duties
This position provides assistance to the Small Animal Clinical Departments in the Randall B Terry Companion Animal Medical Center (TC). This includes Intermediate Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, and Small Animal Emergency Service. The individual will act as the kennel technician for the units, providing unique internal customer service, housekeeping assistance, data collection, and some Patient Care and restraint.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all activities relating to hospital disinfection, patient housing cleanliness, patient food supply, bedding supplies, and infectious disease monitoring and control.
• Communicates with students, staff and clinicians to receive the most up to date information regarding presenting problem, diagnostics being performed as well as projected plan of care for the animal to customize housing needs as well as cleaning needs for each individual patient.
• Performs various procedures, including: patient restraint, sample submission, mopping, sweeping, disinfection, laundry, management of biohazard, and support of the infectious disease standard operating procedures.
• Provides some Patient Care by applying basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology specifically pertaining to patient housing and handling.
• Assists technicians in completing basic treatments in an accurately and timely fashion. Works proactively to keep patients clean and comfortable.
• Orienting and evaluating all senior veterinary students as well as post-doctoral interns and
• Records a variety of data relating to Patient Care and housing, and service related communications.
• Provides quick and accurate information regarding each patient to the technicians, and is proficient in entering data into electronic medical record.
• Maintains a clean working environment to ensure Infectious Disease standards are followed and infection is not spread. Handles all medical/biological and infectious waste appropriately. Follows all radiation safety, OSHA, and Environmental Health and Safety standards.
• Keeps all necessary equipment in clean and working order and has all necessary and appropriate stocked supplies including bedding, food, biohazard supplies and cleaning supplies, available for procedures and daily patient husbandry.

Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.
Other Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as kennel assistant in a canine / feline veterinary setting.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work beyond scheduled work hours when needed.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be an active participant in problem solving and team advancement.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.
• Ability to work independently and practice good judgment to ensure high quality care for all patients and request assistance when needed.
• Desire to teach 4th year veterinary students

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a kennel assistant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.

Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License Required?
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
07/13/2021
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
08/03/2021
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
In addition to a fully completed application please submit the contact information for at least three (3) professional references. You may also submit an optional cover letter and resume.
If you upload a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.
Position Details
Position Number
00108647
Position Type
SHRA
Position Classification Band Title
Medical Support Technician
Position Classification Band Level
Contributing
Position Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $61,687
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN06
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position
No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id
192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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