Veterinary Technician Inpatient- Overnight

Job Description Overview Do you need a change of pace? Are you currently working in a private practice and want to try something exciting and new? Want to challenge yourself and reach new heights in your career? We have the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and put your education and experience to use! Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for an Inpatient Veterinary Technician to perform a variety of tasks related to the care and treatment of animal patients. This position assists in the monitoring and treatment for all patients admitted in the hospital. This is an overnight shift rotating monthly between weekends and weekdays. Monday

• Thursday 10:00PM
• 8:00AM, Friday
• Sunday 7:00PM
• 8:00AM.

This position involves direct contact with animals susceptible to rabies. Employees in this role must complete a rabies pre-exposure vaccination series and maintain adequate rabies antibody titer (≥0.5 IU/mL) as recommended by CDC guidelines. Auburn University will cover the cost of the rabies vaccination series, periodic titer checks, and any necessary boosters. Learn more about VET MED and take a campus tour here: https://www.auburnvetmed.com/ Responsibilities Assists with administering treatments and monitoring patients admitted in IMC or ICU, Observes and records vital data, abnormal signs, body weight, food/water intake of animals, and collects and labels specimens and perform treatments and administer medications as prescribed by primary veterinarian. Performs and demonstrates veterinary care techniques and procedures related to emergency and critical care medicine. Assists veterinarians in the care of patients requiring advanced procedures and life-saving techniques including CPR, mechanical ventilation and dialysis. 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 after hours, on weekends and holidays. Assists with emergency triage and stabilization of patients presenting through the Emergency service May be responsible for, or assist in, billing clients, inputting charges, and/or similar tasks Qualifications Depending upon a combination of education and experience, the finalist selected for this position will be hired as a Veterinary Technician

• Inpatient and assigned levels I, II, or III.

Level I:

Requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification.

Level II:

Requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification plus 2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.

Level III:

Requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification plus 4 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment. Substitutions Allowed for

Experience:

Degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.

License and Certifications :

Active license with the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medicine as a Veterinary Technician, OR Have met all requirements to become licensed in the State of Alabama. Licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Contract Type Continuing Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact:

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence:

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. We're Here for

You:

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama:

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. A Place for

Everyone:

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.