Veterinary Assistant 1
Louisiana State University
Veterinary Assistant 1
Louisiana State University
Public research university in Baton Rouge, LA
Provide technical support across all areas of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, ensuring continuity of patient care by providing coverage for clinical services as needed. Develop and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform duties across multiple specialty services, including Community Practice, Dermatology, Integrative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Wildlife and Zoo Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, and Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care. Perform patient restraint, sample collection and submission, diagnostic support, operation of specialized equipment, client and referring veterinarian communication, medical record documentation, and other technical responsibilities required to support high-quality patient care across assigned services.
Veterinary Assistant 1:
50%-Assist with patient care responsibilities for assigned clinical services during staffing shortages or absences, including patient restraint, specimen collection and submission, diagnostic test coordination, and related technical procedures. Develop a working knowledge of the specialized equipment, protocols, and technical skills required to effectively support patient care across all service areas. Contribute to hospital hygiene and bio security by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment and ensuring the hospital remains in a constant state of operational readiness.
25%-When not assigned to a clinical service, assist with nursing care and technical support in the Small Animal Intensive Care Unit (SAICU) and/or Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care (SAER). Assist with the intake, triage, stabilization, and diagnostic workup of emergency patients until transfer to the appropriate specialty service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, completing required documentation, entering diagnostic and treatment orders, collecting and submitting specimens, providing client updates, processing billing and medical record data entry, and coordinating patient discharge instructions and documentation.
10%-Assist with communication with service technicians, clinicians, and house officers in the assigned service to ensure seamless transitions when assuming or relinquishing coverage for a clinical service. Maintain accurate and timely documentation to support continuity of patient care and service operations. Assist with communicating with clients and referring veterinarians regarding patient care, diagnostic and treatment procedures, appointment scheduling, and follow-up care. Maintain accurate records of all client and referring veterinarian communications in accordance with hospital policies.
10%-Assist with blood bank on-call, holiday shifts, and emergency coverage in Small Animal ICU and Small Animal Emergency.
5%-Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree in veterinary technology OR credentials as a vet tech or equivalent OR 3 years of experience in a working environment with similar duties.
Veterinary Assistant 2:
50%-Perform the full range of patient care responsibilities for assigned clinical services during staffing shortages or absences, including patient restraint, specimen collection and submission, diagnostic test coordination, and related technical procedures. Maintain a working knowledge of the specialized equipment, protocols, and technical skills required to effectively support patient care across all service areas. Contribute to hospital hygiene and bio security by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment and ensuring the hospital remains in a constant state of operational readiness.
25%-When not assigned to a clinical service, provide nursing care and technical support in the Small Animal Intensive Care Unit (SAICU) and/or Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care (SAER). Assist with the intake, triage, stabilization, and diagnostic workup of emergency patients until transfer to the appropriate specialty service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, completing required documentation, entering diagnostic and treatment orders, collecting and submitting specimens, providing client updates, processing billing and medical record data entry, and coordinating patient discharge instructions and documentation.
10%-Communicate effectively with service technicians, clinicians, and house officers in the assigned service to ensure seamless transitions when assuming or relinquishing coverage for a clinical service. Maintain accurate and timely documentation to support continuity of patient care and service operations. Communicate professionally with clients and referring veterinarians regarding patient care, diagnostic and treatment procedures, appointment scheduling, and follow-up care. Maintain accurate records of all client and referring veterinarian communications in accordance with hospital policies.
10%-Assist with blood bank on-call, holiday shifts, and emergency coverage in Small Animal ICU and Small Animal Emergency.
5%-Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree in veterinary technology with 2 years' experience OR credentials as a vet tech or equivalent with 2 years' experience OR 5 years of experience in a working environment with similar duties.
Veterinary Assistant 3:
50%-Perform and teach patient care responsibilities for assigned clinical services during staffing shortages or absences, including patient restraint, specimen collection and submission, diagnostic test coordination, and related technical procedures. Develop a working knowledge of the specialized equipment, protocols, and teach the technical skills required to effectively support patient care across all service areas. Contribute to hospital hygiene and bio security by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment and ensuring the hospital remains in a constant state of operational readiness.
25%-When not assigned to a clinical service, provide and teach nursing care and technical support in the Small Animal Intensive Care Unit (SAICU) and/or Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care (SAER). Assist with the intake, triage, stabilization, and diagnostic workup of emergency patients until transfer to the appropriate specialty service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, completing required documentation, entering diagnostic and treatment orders, collecting and submitting specimens, providing client updates, processing billing and medical record data entry, and coordinating patient discharge instructions and documentation.
10%-Perform and teach communication with service technicians, clinicians, and house officers in the assigned service to ensure seamless transitions when assuming or relinquishing coverage for a clinical service. Maintain and teach accurate and timely documentation to support continuity of patient care and service operations. Communicate with clients and referring veterinarians regarding patient care, diagnostic and treatment procedures, appointment scheduling, and follow-up care. Maintain accurate records of all client and referring veterinarian communications in accordance with hospital policies.
10%-Participate in blood bank on-call, holiday shifts, and emergency coverage in Small Animal ICU and Small Animal Emergency.
5%-Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree in veterinary technology with 4 years' experience OR credentials as a vet tech or equivalent with 4 years' experience OR 7 years of experience in a working environment with similar duties.
Job Competencies (ALL LEVELS):
Knowledge of basic animal care and handling including restraint
Knowledge of medical terminology, advanced anatomy, and abbreviations
Basic computer skills, problem solving, and communication skills
Knowledge of proper medical record keeping (paper and electronic)
Math skills including drug calculations (dosage and conversions)
Operation of equipment diagnostic tests and hand held analyzers
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to self-start and manage time both effectively and efficiently
Adaptable to operational needs, supporting ever changing clinical demands
Additional Job Description
-Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
Physical Qualifications-Required to be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), sitting, bending, climbing, crawling, pushing/pulling, grasping, squatting, and/or twisting.
*Due to the nature of this position and/or responsibilities, this position is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67*
-Emergency Essential Personnel -This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
-Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, on-call, and emergency response.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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