Rural Veterinary Practice Assistant

Job Summary

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to hire 2 full-time Rural Veterinary Practice Assistants for the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University. Oregon State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital is adding talented veterinary assistants to the Large Animal Rural Veterinary Service. You will be assisting our ambulatory service on farm calls and hospital appointments.

The appointments can range from visiting a dairy to working up an equine lameness. We are looking for self-motivated people with a passion for teaching. It is a fast paced, team-oriented hospital that focuses on an optimal level of patient care while providing supportive instruction to our students, and excellent customer service to our clients. Applicants should have a solid background working with horses and livestock and show a sincere interest in veterinary medicine.

We recognize that people are our most valuable asset and are grateful to the employees who choose to be a part of this hospital.

• Driving a truck to appointments
• Large animal patient handling
• Stocking and cleaning the RVP vehicles
• Assisting students and clinicians with appointments

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated experience in large and/or small animal handling and restraint AND one year of knowledge and experience or training in a large and/or small animal facility. Demonstrated knowledge of: drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care patient preparation, medical procedure assistance; medical terminology; animal anatomy; veterinary care procedures; basic mathematics (add, subtract, multiply, divide);
Demonstrated high level of attention to detail. animal restraint technique and devices. Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming team culture where individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences feel valued and respected. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate professionally with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and clients.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university;

therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 1 year of experience providing medical care for equines and other large animal species in a veterinary teaching hospital or veterinary clinic. Extensive knowledge and experience working with large animals in all aspects of veterinary assistance. Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques.

Working Conditions/

Work Schedule:

• The VTH is a seven day per week, 24 hour per day hospital; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift assignment may change based on operational needs and/or to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• This is a float position and work schedule will typically include at least one weekend day.
• This position is located…