Animal Health Technician Trainee, I or II

MSU Jobs•Starkville, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of duties involved in providing technical support to the Animal Health Center; provide instruction to Animal Health Technicians and professional veterinary students. Salary Grade : 12 Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department. Area of Specialization: Large Animal

Requirements

Completion of an approved Animal Health Technology program.
Ability to work with and handle either large or small animals depending on the specific area of assignment.
Ability to lift, stoop, and bend in order to move animals as needed and maintain equipment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Trainee Level: Must possess a veterinary technology or technician degree.
Must obtain certification within 1 calendar year of hire.
Level I: Completion of an approved Animal Health Technology Program with no experience.
Level II: Completion of an approved Animal Health Technology Program plus 2 years experience.
Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.
Excellent telephone and email communication skills, especially related to client service
Ability to use Word, Excel, Email programs
Ability to learn and use hospital management software
Ability to lift, stoop and bend
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Ability to handle, load, restrain, and work with large and companion animals
Ability to walk and stand on feet for prolonged periods of time
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of doctors, staff and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students and veterinary technology students

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in animal science or related field.
Prior work experience.

Responsibilities

Instruct, evaluate, and assist professional veterinary students and animal health technicians on technical health care procedures.
Schedule diagnostic procedures and the use of diagnostic equipment.
Set-up, clean, and maintain specialized diagnostic equipment and animal treatment areas.
Perform or assist with diagnostic procedures.
Perform routine laboratory tests as needed.
Supervise or administer anesthesia during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
Initiate emergency resuscitation and treatments.
Monitor the condition of animals in ordinary and special care units; notify appropriate personnel of change in health status.
Operate and maintain a variety of clinical equipment.
Responsible for maintaining fresh blood supply in blood bank; maintain donor log book.
Assist in research studies.
Restrain, move, and handle animals.
Instruct others on proper animal handling techniques, vaccination protocols, and treatment schedules.
Perform related duties as assigned.