Intermediate Care Veterinary Assistant

Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG194291SP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Intermediate Care Veterinary Assistant
Anticipated Hiring Range
$45,500 - $49,200
Work Schedule
TBD, 24/7 hour operations, likely 2nd or 3rd shift, includes on-call, required rotating holidays and possible weekends
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.
Essential Job Duties
This position provides care for patients housed in the Intermediate Care (IMC) department of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The IMC is the 24/7 progressive care unit for the entire specialty hospital, offering exposure to an array of hospitalized small animals and exotic cases.
A person in this department must possess in-depth knowledge of veterinary medicine and a strong desire to work in a fast-changing, teaching environment with a varied population of people.
The position interacts with internal specialty services and their respective staff, clinicians and students to provide coordination and veterinary care for all hospitalized patients within the unit.
Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to:

• Admitting patients through student and clinician communications regarding presenting problems, diagnostics, treatment options and overall projected plan of care.
• Provide direct patient care and medical treatments including TPR, bladder expression, BP monitoring, venipuncture, peripheral & central catheter placement, sedative/treatment therapy injections, urinary catheter management, and blood transfusions
• Perform moderate risk drug calculations, including CRI, IV fluid, medical pain management and treatment therapies
• Receive moderate risk post-sedation and post-anesthetic patients, monitoring for post procedural complications to recovery
• Provide post-surgical recovery and care, including pain management, for an array of elective and non-elective neurological, orthopedic, internal medicine and soft tissue patients
• Direct monitoring of seizure & respiratory patients
• Management of infectious disease patients
• Proficient use of specialized patient care equipment such as IV fluid pumps, pulse Oximeter, BP monitor, syringe pump, wound vacuum
  

The position provides essential patient, departmental and hospital coordination of workflow, information and teaching with duties to include, but are not limited to:

• Records and communicates a variety of data relating to patient care and diagnostic testing and treatments with use of hospital information systems.
• Orientation, teaching, and coaching new staff, students, interns and residents in related policies, procedures, and patient care
• Maintaining a clean and working environment following hospital standards, infectious disease and hospital policies, along with OSHA, EHS and radiation safety policies and trainings

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 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 accommodations.
• 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

• Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
• Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program.
• Experience as a veterinary technician/assistant; 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
10/28/2024
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.)
11/04/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.
Special Instructions
In addition to a fully completed application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00065356
Position Type
SHRA
Position Classification Band Title
Medical Support Technician
Position Classification Band Level
Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range
$ 39,000 - $ 77,109
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN08
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)
1.00
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. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .
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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