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

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

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary education is seeking dedicated student workers for its Large Animal Teaching Hospital. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in veterinary care, assisting with the treatment and management of large animals. Students will engage in various tasks, including administering treatments, conducting daily health checks, and collecting samples. This is a chance to build valuable skills, network with professionals, and contribute to impactful veterinary education. Join a supportive community that values your growth and offers a meaningful work experience while you pursue your studies.

Benefits

Valuable work experience

Networking opportunities

Supportive work environment

Educational opportunities

Qualifications

• Assist with veterinary care of large animals at the teaching hospital.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Feeding, administering treatments, and daily health checks of animals.
• Collecting biomedical samples and reporting observations.

Skills

Animal Care

Biomedical Sample Collection

Record Keeping

Veterinary Treatments

Animal Restraining

Education

Currently enrolled DVM student

Job description

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

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Position Information

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 employment allows 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

Currently enrolled DVM student at Auburn University

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

Posting Date 04/23/2025 Closing Date 09/30/2025 Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

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