"Equine and Farm Animal Medical Support Technician"

Equine and Farm Animal Medical Support Technician

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Veterinary Services

Type:
Full-Time

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Department: 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Are you passionate about large animal care and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment? Our Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will be the backbone of patient care, ensuring our large animal patients receive top-tier medical attention, from routine husbandry to critical emergency triage.

Core Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Hourly Treatments: Execute and document all scheduled treatments, patient monitoring, and husbandry care.
• Emergency Response: Responsible for the initial triage and stabilization support of emergency caseloads.
• Veterinary Support: Assist clinicians during physical examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments.
• Handling & Restraint: Provide safe and effective animal handling and restraint for a variety of equine and farm animal species.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Infectious Disease Control: Strictly adhere to and enforce all hospital Infectious Disease protocols to maintain a safe environment.
• Inventory & Logistics: Assist with inventory control, including supply ordering, purchasing, and stocking.
• Administrative Accuracy: Ensure correct billing for services, monitor treatment flow sheets for accuracy, and maintain detailed patient records.

Facility & Equipment Maintenance

• Equipment Oversight: Maintain medical equipment and manage repair schedules to ensure zero downtime.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with ancillary services and other hospital departments to ensure seamless patient transitions and care.

Schedule & Requirements

• Rotations: Participation in a rotating schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
• On-Call: Ability to participate in an on-call rotation to support after-hours emergency needs.
• Teamwork: A high degree of collaboration and clear communication skills are essential.
• Physical: Perform physical work for extended periods, including lifting up to 70 pounds and safely handling large animals.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Required Qualifications:
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as an equine technician in a clinical or referral/tertiary care setting.
• Previous experience in a veterinary teaching hospital environment.
• Proven ability to handle and care for large animals safely and effectively.
• Strong working knowledge of clinical equipment and hospital information systems

Required license or certification:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid NC Driver's License within 60 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Position Number: 00109793