VETERINARY ASSISTANT
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Veterinary
Posted on April 1, 2024
Hiring Department
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Job Description
TheCollege of Veterinary Medicineat MU is on a mission to inclusively educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists from diverse backgrounds, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people.
Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover and Serve.
Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to theVeterinary Health Centerfor specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment that includes an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging techniques, and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic equipment, we are a center for animal healthcare.
We are seeking aVeterinary Assistant to join the Cardiology service. Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services, including ambulatory services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care, we feature cutting edge surgical and intensivelifesavingmedical care.
The technical staff assist students with:
- restraint for physical examinations;
- train students how to perform diagnostic tests accurately and safely such as blood pressures and venipuncture;
- assist students with safe restraint for procedures such as echocardiography, electrocardiography, pacemaker interrogation;
- assist in student orientation;
- return client calls;
- preparation of the fluoroscopy suite for procedures;
- cleaning of the fluoroscopy suite after procedures;
- replacement and maintenance of inventory;
- update patient charges;
- process equipment such as Holter monitors;
- obtain a history from clients;
- obtain vital parameters on patients;
- assist with client check-out/patient discharge
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Successful candidate will exhibit the following skills and core competencies:
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
- Continuous learning and professional growth and development mindset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, constituents, and clients.
- Keen understanding of animal behavior and strong clinical skills to properly evaluate a patient's condition.
- Detailed-oriented and well organized to take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics and update records.
- Enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and small pets.
Salary Range: $15.00 / hour
Grade: GGS-004
University Title: Veterinary Assistant
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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