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    Large Animal Veterinary Assistant

    • 532833
    • Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
    • Vet. Medicine Clinical Services
    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Staff
    • Virginia Tech

    Job Description

    Provides basic and intensive nursing care to all patients including horses, llamas, alpacas, pigs, goats, sheep and cows of all services admitted for treatment to the Large Animal Clinic of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital through administration of medications/treatments, physical exams, record keeping and assisting in preparation and performance of procedures for a busy surgery and medicine service. Provides technical assistance to clinical faculty, residents, interns, and senior veterinary students concerning all aspects of patient care, animal handling and the application and use of specialized diagnostic and medical equipment. Subject to work and/or be on call for varying shifts, days of the week, weekends and holidays. Assist in other areas as directed by the supervisor.

    Required Qualifications

    Ability to receive and convey information and instructions to senior veterinary students, clinical faculty, and technical staff. Recognize needs and establish priorities, care and concern for large animal patients. Be able to make sound emergency decisions concerning the health and safety of both humans and animals. Restrain and administer drugs and pharmaceuticals by all acceptable routes of administration to large animals. Knowledge of: large animal anatomy, physiology and etiology; knowledge of CPR and animal restraint methods; considerable experience handling large farm animals, proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and application of sophisticated medical equipment; IV pumps, heart monitors, centrifuge, ultrasound laser, incubator, endoscopes, hoists, slings, nebulizer, and glucometer. Previous experience handling and restraining various species of large animals. Must be able to safely move and handle 75 pounds. Must be able to tolerate rabies prophylaxis.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Licensed Veterinary Technician or license eligible as a Veterinary Technician (LVT) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Knowledge of basic nursing skills, veterinary pharmaceuticals, and the application and operation of sophisticated surgical, medical, and diagnostic equipment. Experience working in a veterinary medical setting. Experience in a large animal practice environment, ability to work well with others in an academic setting.

    Pay Band

    3; Salary

    Overtime Status

    Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

    Appointment Type

    Restricted; Part time

    Salary Information

    Commensurate with experience

    Hours per week

    36

    Review Date

    04/15/2025

    Additional Information

    The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

    About Virginia Tech

    Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

    Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

    Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

    If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Rachel Enger at rachele@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

     

    Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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