Veterinary Technician Asst - Emergency/Critical Care Float, 3rd shift

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support clinicians in providing high-quality veterinary care. The role involves assisting with medical procedures, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring excellent customer service in a dynamic clinical environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Disability and employer-paid life insurance

Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Must be able to restrain and handle animals.
• Experience in veterinary assisting including animal restraint and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist DVM and CVT with patient treatments and preparations.
• Maintain a clean environment in the hospital area.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to clients.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Proficiency with PC

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of post high school experience in veterinary assisting

Job description

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Job ID

368314

Location

Twin Cities

Job Family

LR-Technical

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Code

4934

Employee Class

AFSCME Unit 7 - Technical

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About the Job

Days/Hours: Sunday to Wednesday, 8:00pm to 8:30am (90% appointment, 36 hours per week)

Description of Position
Competently assists Clinicians and other medical staff members with veterinary medical procedures which may include (but are not limited to) specialty care, emergency care, intensive care, radiography, administering treatments, animal nursing, animal restraint and handling, preventative care, clinical research, etc. within assigned service area as well as across functions as needed.

Essential Functions

* Assists DVM and CVT with patient treatments, drop off discharges, etc., assist with preparing patients for a variety of veterinary medical procedures.
* Provide excellent service to DVM's and medical team that support quality patient care.
* Facilitate open communication and teamwork among clinical care team members (DVM's students, veterinary technicians, etc.) in support of positive patient outcomes and excellent patient care.
* Must be able to restrain and handle animals and/or assist with animal restraint and handling.
* Hourly treatments on Wards and Isolation patients.
* Assists in deep cleaning of Wards and Isolation.
Assists in ICU and ER as directed.
* Prepares for incoming patients.
* Under the direction of a DVM or CVT, applies clinical job knowledge and competence to the management of the patient.
* Delivers outstanding customer service including (for example) greeting and receiving patients and clients in a professional, caring and courteous manner, answering phone calls promptly, responding to clients, co-workers, and medical staff needs and requests, redirecting calls, etc.
* Performs record-keeping tasks related to medical procedures, including recording of: procedures completed, supplies used, patient status, client communications, census information, etc.
* Responsible to ensure that all services and supplies are charged for according to hospital fee schedule.
* Must have the ability to work in a clinical setting.
* Must adhere to VMC safety and infection control policies and procedures.
* Provides coverage for a minimum of 2 holidays per year.
* Has a positive attitude, is timely and utilized down time efficiently.
* Takes care of departmental needs and works as a team member.

Other Functions:

* Maintains a clean environment in hospital area and ensures that these areas are adequately ordered, stocked and that equipment is in working order.
* Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Clinician, Director, or Hospital Administrator

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

Required Qualifications/Selection Criteria: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications/Selection Criteria: One year of post high school experience or education in veterinary assisting which includes: animal restraint, veterinary terminology, veterinary anatomy, patient first aid, and medication administration. Problem solving skills, strong interpersonal skills. Understands and works within clinical scope of position. Flexibility to meet patient care needs. Proficiency with PC and software.

About the Department

The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) has served the community for more than a century. It is the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota. The
VMC sees more than 35,000 cases annually, with specialists available in all areas of medicine and surgery. More than 50 of the veterinarians on staff have undergone several years of
additional training to become board-certified specialists in a particular area of veterinary medicine.

The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Small Animal Hospital for dogs, cats, and other companion animals, the Piper Clinic at the new Leatherdale Equine Center, for horses, and
the Large Animal Hospital, which treats farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $22.03-$23.83; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type:Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [e-mail] or call [phone].

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).