Overview
Small Animal Emergency Technician Jobs in Blacksburg, USA at Commonwealth of VA Careers
Job Description
The Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Small Animal Emergency Technician. This position provides technical support to clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU/ECC (Emergency Critical Care) sections of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Assists clinicians in receiving emergency patients, help triage and admit patients. Performs critical care nursing procedures in the Intensive Care Unit or treatment areas as directed by clinical faculty and instructs senior veterinary students in technical and manipulative skills relating to ECC/ICU during regular day shift or after hours shifts.
On call and covers ICU shifts, including holidays. Assist in other areas as directed by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Licensed or licensed eligible in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Veterinary Technician (LVT); working knowledge of basic nursing skills; ability to place intravenous catheters; experience in critical care nursing in a veterinary medical setting; knowledge of CPR; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to safely move and handle up to 50 lbs.; rabies prophylaxis will be required (provided by employer).
Preferred Qualifications
At least 2 years experience in a veterinary clinical setting, with emphasis on emergency and critical care. VTS certification in ECC.
Pay Band
4;
Salary
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Starting at $45,000; commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40+
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
EEO Statement
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
Contact
for Accommodations
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Amy Alexander-Husband at aalexand during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Title: Small Animal Emergency Technician
Company: Commonwealth of VA Careers
Location: Blacksburg, USA
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