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ECC Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Blacksburg, VA at Virginia Tech
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Job Description
Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the position of ECC Veterinary Assistant. This position provides support to clinical faculty, staff and veterinary students in the Small Animal Clinic of the hospital. Duties include assisting with basic nursing procedures, maintaining supplies, cleaning and disinfecting daily, assisting in restraining and manipulation of patients, and other duties as directed by supervisor and faculty.
Required Qualifications
Experience in a veterinary medical setting, preferably in emergency/intensive care.
Strong knowledge of basic nursing skills and CPR
Ability to assist with advanced veterinary technician skills such as central venous line placement, urinary catheterization, and monitoring blood transfusion
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Enrollment in or interest in enrolling in a veterinary technician program, with tuition reimbursement opportunities available.
Pay Band
3; Salary
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Starting at $36,501.00, commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40+
Review Date
06/30/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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Title: ECC Veterinary Assistant
Company: Virginia Tech
Location: Blacksburg, VA
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