Technical Aide

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

This is a temporary on-call position at a renowned veterinary medical center, providing an exciting opportunity to work closely with animal patients. The role involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and ensuring the comfort and care of animals in the Emergency and Critical Care Unit. Ideal for those passionate about animal care, this position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. If you are dedicated to animal welfare and looking to contribute to a vital team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with general handling of cats and dogs is essential.
• Knowledge of animal restraint for blood collection is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal patients' vital signs and assist with their care.
• Clean ward areas and stock supplies as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

IV catheter placement

Monitoring equipment operation

Blood collection

Tools

EKG

Pulse oximeter

Doppler blood pressure monitor

IV fluid pumps

Job description

Position Summary (Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

The successful candidate will work on animal patients; monitor temperature, pulse, and respiration; monitor IV fluid administration; walk animals outside; clean ward areas, stock supplies; process lab samples and medication orders; enter charges in the hospital information system; and assist clinicians, veterinary technicians, and clinical students with animal patients in the Emergency and Critical Care Unit of the Veterinary Medical Center.

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; and 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 and cover letter.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

Summary of Health Risks

Caring for animals with potential TB and rabies risk; may require wearing a respirator.

Summary of Physical Demands

Lifting animal patients onto cages and medical equipment; carrying animals between cages and exam tables and gurneys; pushing carts containing animals and equipment to other units; climbing stairs while carrying lab samples; restraining animals; and preparing for medical procedures and treatments.