Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4546P |
| Home Org Name |
Clinical Sciences |
| Division Name |
College of Veterinary Medicine |
| Position Title |
Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient ER (Day Shift) |
| Job Class Code |
IC22 (B-C) |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The
College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a
Vet Assistant - Inpatient, working directly with the ER clinicians and rotating intern doctors to help facilitate quality client care and patient flow through the
IMC,
ICU, and ER.
This will be a monthly rotating day shift.
Mon - Thurs 7am - 5pm and Fri - Sun 7am - 8pm.
Learn more about
VET
MED and take a campus tour here:
https://www.auburnvetmed.com/ |
| Essential Functions |
- Assists with administering treatments and monitoring patients admitted in IMC or ICU, Observes and records vital data, abnormal signs, body weight, food/water intake of animals, and collects and labels specimens and perform treatments and administer medications as prescribed by primary veterinarian.
- Performs and demonstrates veterinary care techniques and procedures related to emergency and critical care medicine.
- Assists veterinarians in the care of patients requiring advanced procedures and life-saving techniques including CPR, mechanical ventilation and dialysis.
- Inspects facilities, equipment, and supplies daily, as well as observes health status of animals, environmental conditions, temperature, and sanitation.
- Perform job duties with speed and accuracy and work as essential personnel, providing care for patients after hours, on weekends and holidays.
- Assists with emergency triage and stabilization of patients presenting through the Emergency
service. - May be responsible for, or assist in, billing clients, inputting charges, and/or similar tasks.
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
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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.
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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
| Minimum Qualifications |
Depending upon a combination of education and experience, the finalist selected for this position will be hired as a Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient and assigned levels II or
III.
Level II: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
Level III: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.
Degrees accepted in lieu of experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
Knowledge of processes, methods, and procedures associated with veterinary medicine. |
| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
Experience working in a veterinary hospital environment. |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$31,200 - $47,900 |
| Job Category |
Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
This is a monthly rotating day shift position. Mon - Thurs 7am - 5pm and Fri - Sun 7am - 8pm. |
| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
06/30/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| 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. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/54267 |
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Auburn
$31,200 - $47,900
Jun 30, 2025