EFAVC Veterinary Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University seeks a temporary Veterinary Assistant for animal care, providing support in treatments, monitoring, and handling. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with large animals, specifically equines, and the ability to work in challenging situations. This role may involve overnight and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of equine veterinary experience and ample large animal experience.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all hourly treatments, monitoring, and husbandry care.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations and treatments.

Skills

Large animal handling

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Education

At least one year of equine veterinary experience

Experience in veterinary setting

Job description

Posting Number:

PG194721TM

Position Number:

19PLS05562

Position Type:

Temporary

Essential Job Duties:

This temporary position will be responsible for all hourly treatments, monitoring, and husbandry care. Responsible for triage and treatment of emergency cseload. Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, animal handling, and restraint. Ensure compliance with all Infectious disease protocols.

Is Time Limited:

No

Job City & State:

Raleigh, NC

Classification Title:

Temporary-Skilled Trades

Working Title:

EFAVC Veterinary Assistant

Work Schedule:

TBD, overnight and weekend shifts

Other Work/Responsibilities:

N/A

Minimum Experience/Education:

At least one year of equine veterinary experience and ample large animal experience. At least one year experience working in a veterinary setting.

Department Required Skills:

- Extensive large animal handling experience.
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning cheimcals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and mantain professionalism in emotionally charged/ challenging situations.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently with or without a resonable accommodation.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Accuracy in recording
- Works well iwth minimal supervison
- Prioritizes tasks appropriately according to importance and urgency.

Required License or Certification:

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?:

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$18 - $23/hr

Job Open Date:

11/12/2024

Quick Link:

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/210683

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 [phone] or [e-mail]. 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. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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