ICU Veterinary Assistant - Part Time

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking an ICU Veterinary Assistant (Part Time) to support the Small Animal Emergency Medicine Unit in the Veterinary Medical Center. The role involves patient care, monitoring vital signs, IV fluids, and assisting clinicians and students with animal patients.

The successful candidate will also handle lab samples, medication orders, and data entry in the hospital information system. Two, 10-hour shifts are offered, with schedules from 8am-6pm, 2pm-12am, or 10pm-8am.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic computer skills and ability to type.

Responsibilities

• Work on animal patients in the Small Animal Emergency Medicine Unit.
• Monitor vital signs and IV fluid administration; assist clinicians and technicians.
• Process lab samples and medication orders; enter charges in HIS system.

Job description

Working/Functional Title

ICU Veterinary Assistant- Part Time

Position Summary

The successful candidate will work on animal patients; monitors temperature, pulse and respiration; monitors IV fluid administration; will walk animals outside; will clean ward areas, stock supplies; will process lab samples and medication orders; enters charges in the hospital information system; assists 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, backed by specific strategies, guide our organization as we move forward. Read more at https ://cvm.msu.edu/about/strategic-planning-2021-26/goals to learn about the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine’s goals, strategies, and progress.

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We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued, respected, provided opportunity to flourish, and open doors in their pursuit of excellence. We encourage and welcome our community to share ideas with us surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; six months to one year of related work experience in a veterinary practice, maintaining accurate records, typing and basic computer skills; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with general handling of 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 fluid pumps, EKG, Pulse oximeter and Doppler blood pressure

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 3 Professional References

Work Hours

Two, 10 hour shifts. Shifts available from 8am-6pm, 2pm-12am, 10pm-8am.

Website

WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

Summary of Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs individually or up to 150lbs as a team.

Summary of Health Risks

Potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis, work with animals or unfixed animal tissue, wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort)

Bidding eligibility ends March 18, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.