Equine Supervisor

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for an Equine Supervisor for our J. T. Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital. The individual in this position will oversee technical staff and operations in the Equine Animal Unit, providing leadership to both direct reports and collaborative team members. This position also assists with student teaching, assists veterinarians’ treatment, research, projects, surgery, restraint, sample collection in animals, and assists in emergency and critical care of patients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or Related Field
4 years of experience working with equine in a veterinary hospital, clinical or ambulatory setting (required).
Experience supervising, leading, and training staff (required).
OR
High school diploma or GED
8 years of experience working with equine in a veterinary hospital, clinical or ambulatory setting (required).
Experience supervising, leading, and training staff (required).
Licensed Veterinary Technician-NAVTA AVMA

Nice To Haves

Experience training staff.
Mentoring and leadership experience

Responsibilities

Functions as a clinical working supervisor by providing direct patient care, including, but not limited to, physical exams, medication administration, catheter placement, nasogastric intubation, obtaining blood, fecal and urine samples, and fluid therapy.
Oversees the equine section including the management of operations and personnel including staff and student workers to include hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising all personnel that perform duties related to patient care within the service.
Oversees and trains staff regarding the care of equine patients in treatment, handling, and procedures. Ensures that employees and students are properly caring for patients and administering treatment properly.
Maintains business aspects of the equine section including ordering, inventory, biosecurity, coordination of patient care, facilities, equipment, and general day-to-day business.
Works closely with the equine section head and hospital administrator recognizing and strategizing needed improvements, areas of concern, client experience, and opportunities for growth within the hospital.
Assists veterinary students in various aspects of equine patient exams, catheter placement, nasogastric intubation, and general horse handling.
Assists clinicians, students, and residents with admission, patient restraint, diagnostic procedures, and emergency and critical care of equine cases admitted to the equine hospital.
Supervises others with full supervisory responsibility.