Animal Health Assistant NF-03

U.S. Army Medical Command•Andersen Air Base, GU

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Andersen Veterinary Treatment Facility. The Animal Health Assistant will assist veterinarians with surgical procedures, administer medications, prepare and dispense prescriptions, and provide client education on animal husbandry and preventive care. The role involves direct patient care and client interaction within a veterinary medical setting.

Requirements

Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Ability to work occasional Saturdays for special events.
Must not have an aversion to animals, blood, bodily fluids, animal tissues, strong odors, needles, or sharp instruments.
Ability to lift animals and supplies up to 45 pounds, and on occasion greater than 45 pounds with the help of others.
Long periods of standing, walking, restraining, kneeling, and reaching.
Must have use of fingers; Both hands and both legs are required.
Position requires exposure to intermittent excessive noise.
A successful background investigation submission to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) must be met no later than 30 calendar days after entry on duty or placement in the position for internal candidates.
Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability determination.
Must be able to receive all mandated immunizations to work in a direct-patient capacity and/or veterinary environment IAW AR 40-562 chap 4-1.
Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A minimum of six (6) months demonstrated experience directly related to the duties required in the position that must have been gained through practical application in a Veterinary Medical setting and which demonstrates the knowledge, clinical skills, and abilities essential to perform successfully in accordance with the guidelines of the AVMA - American Veterinary Medical Association or equivalent (e.g. VMSB - Veterinary Medical Standardization Board etc.).
Demonstrated experience includes: proficiency in basic medical terminology; utilizes correct sterile techniques; apply appropriate restraint techniques to perform a variety of routine medical and diagnostic procedures (to include proper radiological techniques).

Nice To Haves

Possess or have the ability to reactivate/obtain a registration, license, or certification as a veterinary assistant or higher through an accredited program (e.g. as identified on the www.NAVTA.net website
Possess basic supply management experience which includes: ordering supplies, maintaining sufficient stock levels, completing monthly inventory counts and documenting expiration dates of in stock medications and vaccines.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, including preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades, and suture material.
Monitor a patient using an anesthetic machine during surgical procedures.
Serve as a scrubbed surgical assistant.
Continuously inform medical staff of changes in the general condition of a patient during surgical procedures.
Prepare and administer vaccinations, oral and topical medications to patients as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Prepare and dispense prescription medication according to veterinarian instructions.
Apply knowledge of common topics to assist clients in solving common husbandry problems.
Apply knowledge of preventive care, disease prevention, lifestyle risks, and veterinary care to provide individualized wellness counseling to clients.
Record medical history and treatment in ccSOAP.
Explain product information and/or treatment plan to clients as directed by the Veterinarian.
Determine preventive wellness plan including required medical treatments and vaccinations based on patient medical history.
Utilize in-house laboratory equipment to perform diagnostic tests.
Conduct routine maintenance on in-house laboratory equipment.
Complete lab request forms for reference laboratories.
Prepare samples for shipment to outside laboratories.
Order supplies, maintain sufficient stock levels, complete monthly inventory counts, and document expiration dates of in-stock medications and vaccines.

Benefits

Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees
Night differential pay
Non-foreign overseas allowances
Cost of living (COLA)
Differentials
Enrollment in health and life insurance (for regular full-time and part-time employees)
Participation in 401k and retirement plans (for regular full-time and part-time employees)
Paid personal time off and federal holidays (for regular full-time and part-time employees)
Eligibility to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan (for NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area)
Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.