ECC Veterinary Assistant
ECC Veterinary Assistant
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About Us:
Join our dynamic and energetic team at the VirginiaMaryland College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital! We are passionate about the fastpaced world of emergency medicine and dedicated to teaching the future of veterinary medicine. Our team thrives on collaboration innovation and the shared goal of providing exceptional care to our patients.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated ECC Veterinary Assistant to support our clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU/ECC (Emergency Critical Care) sections of our Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our emergency services and in delivering topnotch care to our animal patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain a clean and organized environment by performing cleaning and stocking duties.
Provide basic care for animal patients including walking dogs.
Manage ward and treatment room operations focusing on infection control and isolation management.
Assist clinicians with receiving triaging and admitting emergency patients.
Support critical care nursing procedures in the ICU.
Administer treatments and medications as directed by clinical faculty.
Instruct senior veterinary students in technical and manipulative skills related to ICU/Critical Care.
Facilitating client communications and phone inquiries
Assisting with payment collection and financial discussions
Why Join Us
Fun and Energetic Team: Work with a group of passionate professionals who love what they do. Our team is known for its camaraderie mutual support and a shared sense of purpose.
FastPaced Environment: Thrive in an exciting and dynamic setting where no two days are the same. We embrace the challenges of emergency medicine with enthusiasm and dedication.
Teaching and Learning: Contribute to the education of future veterinary doctors while enhancing your own skills. We believe in continuous learning and professional growth.
Team Culture: Our team culture is built on respect collaboration and a positive attitude. We celebrate successes together and support each other through challenges. We value open communication innovation and a strong work ethic.
Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a starting salary of $36500 a signon bonus for new hires and relocation benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Competitive salary with shift adjustments
State retirement plan with pension option
Excellent state medical dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation (up to 4 weeks) sick leave paid holidays and 8 weeks paid parental leave
Paid continuing education and VTS along with uniform allowance and tuition assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation assistance
Opportunity to take classes at Virginia Tech for free (up to 12 credits per year)
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 transfusions.
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
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Starting at $36500; to commensurate with experience
Review Date
1/22/2025
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 handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant 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 36000 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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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Mandi Womble at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Employment Type
Full-Time
