Student Worker - JTV Large Animal Teaching Hospital (Food Animal)

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated student workers to assist in the Large Animal Teaching Hospital. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in veterinary care, including feeding, administering treatments, and conducting health checks. Students will work closely with faculty and staff, building valuable connections and skills that will enhance their future careers. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides a chance to make a meaningful impact in animal care.

Qualifications

• Assisting with veterinary care and treatments for large animals.
• Collecting biomedical samples and maintaining health checks.

Responsibilities

• Feeding and administering treatments to animals in the hospital.
• Following biosecurity protocols and maintaining clean facilities.

Skills

Animal Care

Biomedical Sample Collection

Animal Restraining

Record Keeping

Education

Currently enrolled DVM student

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Currently enrolled DVM student at Auburn University

Requisition Number	Stu04334P
Home Org Name	Clinical Sciences
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Student Worker - JTV Large Animal Teaching Hospital (Food Animal)
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary	Students will be responsible for the assisting with the veterinary care of animals being housed in the Large Animal Teaching Hospital, including but not limited to: Feeding Administering treatments Daily health checks Collecting biomedical samples Animal restraining Restocking commonly used supplies Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University? Gain valuable work experience! Student employmentallows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals. Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors. Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Essential Functions	Assisting with treatments of animals admitted to the LATH, Food Animal Service, including but not limited to, subcutaneous, intravenous, and intramuscular injections, hanging IV Fluids, etc. Clean working/handling facilities between animals Following biosecurity protocols while moving animals throughout the facilities Properly labeling and storage of biomedical samples Reporting all abnormal findings and observations to senior clinician and residents assigned to the service Restocking commonly used supplies
Why Work at Auburn?	Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working with large animals Experience in a veterinary hospital Collecting samples Record keeping
Pay Rate	$10.00/hour
Work Hours	8-15 hours/week
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama

Posting Detail Information

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Posting Date	04/23/2025
Closing Date	09/30/2025
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