ICU Veterinary Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic medical center is seeking a dedicated ICU Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional care for hospitalized patients in a fast-paced, teaching environment. This role involves direct patient care, including administering treatments and monitoring recovery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veterinary medicine and a passion for teaching and mentoring students. Join a leading institution where your skills will contribute to the health and well-being of animals while working alongside a team of professionals committed to excellence in veterinary care.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program or equivalent experience required.
• Previous experience in a canine/feline veterinary setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the ICU, including monitoring and treatment.
• Coordinate with clinicians and students for patient care and diagnostics.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine Knowledge

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Problem Solving

High-Quality Care

Education

Completion of Accredited Training Program

Tools

IV Fluid Pumps

Pulse Oximeter

BP Monitor

Syringe Pump

Defibrillator

Ventilator

Ultrasound Machine

ECG

Oxygen Cage

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Job Posting Information

Posting Number: PG193750SP

Working Title: ICU Veterinary Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range: $47,200 - $54,700 (commensurate with education & experience)

Work Schedule: TBD, 24/7 department, includes on-call/holidays

Job Location: 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.

This position provides care for patients housed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The ICU is the 24/7 advanced 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 advanced 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:

1. Admitting patients through student and clinician communications regarding presenting problems, diagnostics, treatment options, and overall projected plan of care.
2. Providing medical treatments including TPR, bladder expression, BP monitoring, venipuncture, venous, arterial & central catheter placement, sedative/treatment therapy injections, urinary catheter management, blood & plasma transfusions, oxygen therapy including chest tube & nasal tube, ECG, gastric tube placement, ventilator monitoring.
3. Performing CPR and life-saving support.
4. Performing high-risk drug calculations, including CRI, IV fluid, medical pain management, and treatment therapies.
5. Receiving high-risk post-sedation and post-anesthetic patients, monitoring for post-procedural complications to recovery.
6. Providing post-surgical recovery and care, including pain management, for an array of elective and non-elective neurological, internal medicine, soft tissue, trauma, and extracorporeal patients.
7. Direct support and monitoring of acute and chronic organ failure, neurological, internal medicine, soft tissue, trauma, extracorporeal patients, and hospice patients.
8. Management of isolation, antibiotic resistant and infectious disease patients.
9. Proficient use of specialized patient care equipment such as IV fluid pumps, pulse oximeter, BP monitor, syringe pump, wound vacuum, defibrillator, ventilator, ultrasound machine, ECG, and oxygen cage.

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

1. Records and communicates a variety of data relating to patient care and diagnostic testing and treatments with use of hospital information systems.
2. Orientation, teaching, and coaching new staff, students, interns, and residents in related policies, procedures, and patient care.
3. Supporting client visitations.
4. 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:

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:

• Previous experience as a veterinary assistant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.

Required License or Certification:

Valid NC Driver's License required.

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions:

Job Open Date: 12/18/2023

Earliest Close Date: 03/18/2025

Notice to Applicants:

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions:

Please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.