ICU Veterinary Assistant - Full Time

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as an ICU Veterinary Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in caring for animal patients. This full-time position involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with IV fluid administration, and ensuring a clean and stocked environment in the Small Animal Emergency Medicine Unit. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals in a vibrant setting that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school education with veterinary practice experience.
• Experience with animal restraint and IV catheter placement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal patients' vital signs and administer IV fluids.
• Assist clinicians and veterinary technicians with patient care.

Skills

Animal handling

Basic computer skills

Record keeping

IV fluid monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EKG monitoring equipment

Pulse oximeters

IV pumps

Job description

Working/Functional Title

ICU Veterinary Assistant - Full Time

Position Summary

The successful candidate will work with animal patients, monitoring temperature, pulse, and respiration. Responsibilities include overseeing IV fluid administration, walking animals outside, cleaning ward areas, stocking supplies, processing lab samples and medication orders, entering charges into the hospital information system, and assisting clinicians, veterinary technicians, and clinical students with animal patients in the Small Animal Emergency Medicine Unit of the Veterinary Medical Center.

The College's vision is to be the destination for teaching, innovation, care, and service. Six goals, supported by specific strategies, guide our organization. Learn more at https://cvm.msu.edu/about/strategic-planning-2021-26/goals.

CVM Core Value of Diversity

We are committed to promoting equal opportunity and multiculturalism, valuing and respecting all individuals, providing opportunities to flourish, and encouraging community ideas to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge typically acquired through a high school education, with six months to one year of related veterinary practice experience, including maintaining accurate records, typing, and basic computer skills. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

Experience handling cats and dogs, knowledge of animal restraint for blood collection and IV catheter placement, positioning for X-rays, and IV fluid monitoring. Previous exposure to monitoring equipment such as IV pumps, EKG, pulse oximeters, and Doppler blood pressure is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume, cover letter, and three professional references.

Work Hours

Positions available for all shifts.

Website

WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs individually or up to 150 lbs as a team.

Health Risks

Potential exposure to animals or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis, work with animals or unfixed tissue, and wearing a respirator (not including paper dust masks for comfort).

Bidding eligibility ends April 29, 2025, at 11:55 P.M.