"Part Time Lab Assistant, Veterinary Technology"

Part Time Lab Assistant, Veterinary Technology

General Statement of Duties: The Veterinary Technology Program Laboratory Assistant works directly with North Shore Community College faculty, staff and students. The goal is to promote student success and foster working within a veterinary team environment by providing students with an instructive, hands-on learning experience. This position provides support to course instructors by performing a variety of functions under the supervision of the instructor. Functions include preparation for laboratory sessions, as well as the teaching, mentorship, and oversight of students.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the instructor in the oversight of all laboratory activities for a specific course
• Assist with the set-up of needed equipment, materials and supplies for each lab session under the supervision of the course instructor
• Assist with laboratory clean up and in ensuring that the laboratory space is left clean, neat and organized
• Follow and enforce safety guidelines at all times, including IACUC protocols
• Maintain a safe and supportive atmosphere for all students
• Observe student performance and provide feedback to the course instructor
• Be familiar with all procedures and skills involved in each laboratory session, including but not limited to: Animal restraint (cats and dogs), for a variety of procedures including, but not limited to, physical exams and phlebotomy; Drawing up and administering immunizations to cats and dogs; Conducting nail trims, applying bandages, obtaining samples for analysis (ear swabs, urine, feces, blood, etc.); Obtaining radiographs on patients; Performing client education
• Assist the instructor by providing instructional support for course topics
• Attend all scheduled laboratory sessions
• Attend meetings and training as scheduled by the course instructor or program coordinator
• Follow Northshore Community College and the Veterinary Technology Program policies and procedures

Job Requirements:

• Must be a credentialed veterinary technician in MA
• Associate degree or higher
• Must be knowledgeable in specified course content
• One or more years of experience working directly with animals
• Experience working in a Veterinary Clinic/Hospital for General Practice
• Ability to contribute to a positive and supportive team culture
• Successful experience interacting with culturally diverse populations
• Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or a National background check as a condition of employment

Additional Information:

North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights: TitleIX@northshore.edu. Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistic Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website by clicking here. In alignment with our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and rigorous educational and employment opportunities, NSCC is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process, and to support fulfilling essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our ADA/504 Coordinator: Employee_Accom@northshore.edu.