VETERINARY ASSISTANT-Small Animal Emergency Service
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Veterinary
Posted on May 13, 2024
Hiring Department
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Job Description
TheCollege of Veterinary Medicineat MU is on a mission to inclusively educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists from diverse backgrounds, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people.
Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover and Serve.
Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to theVeterinary Health Centerfor specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment that includes an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging techniques, and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic equipment, we are a center for animal healthcare.
We are seeking aVeterinary Assistant to join our Small Animal Emergency service.Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services, including ambulatory services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care, we feature cutting edge surgical and intensivelifesavingmedical care.
Veterinary Assistant Job Responsibilities May Include:
- Safely restrain, handle and transport patients
- Exercise patients in designated area as instructed
- Clean, organize and stock treatment and examination rooms
- Respond to phone inquiries regarding appointments
- Utilize hospital information system and other software for data entry
- Assist with monitoring hospitalized patients and provide ward care
- Collect samples (e.g., blood, urine and fecal) and administer medications as instructed
- Perform basic diagnostic procedures as requested within skill set of the particular assistant consistent with MVMB guidelines.
- Prepare operating room set-up / break-down and cleaning instruments and surgical suite
- Maintain and care for diagnostic and surgical equipment.
40 hours a week - 4 10-hour shifts.
Wednesday - Saturday 8pm - 6am
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Successful candidate will exhibit the following skills and core competencies:
- Present a friendly and empathetic demeanor.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse internal and external constituent and clientpopulations.
- Be able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks,projects, and priorities.
- Bring a high degree of organization and attention to detail.
- Exhibit a willingness to learn and grow professionally, as well as be a supportive and collegialteam member.
Salary Range: $15.00 / hour
Grade: GGS-004
University Title: Veterinary Assistant
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
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