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Job Posting Title:

Veterinary Technician 1, 2, or 3- Shared Services

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM VetMed - VTH - Admin - Nursing - Shared Services (Lee Ann Eddleman (00009574) (Inherited))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine Building

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

Job Description:

Provide coverage for all areas of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital as needed

Veterinary Technician 1

• Assist with the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a basic working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area.
• Assist with communication to clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintain appropriate records of this.
• Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to insure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service.
• When not assigned to a service assist with daytime emergency clinician receiving emergencies and all aspects of working these patients up until they are transferred to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• Assist with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree OR Associate’s degree in veterinary technology OR CVT or equivalent OR 3 years of experience in a working environment with similar duties

Veterinary Technician 2

• Perform & demonstrate the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a basic working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area.
• Work with clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintain appropriate records of this.
• Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to insure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service.
• When not assigned to a service work with daytime emergency clinician receiving emergencies and all aspects of working these patients up until they are transferred to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• Assist with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 3 years of applicable experience OR Associate’s degree in veterinary technology with 2 years of applicable experience OR CVT or equivalent with 2 years of applicable experience OR 5 Years of experience in a working environment with similar duties OR 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician 1 at LSU SVM

Veterinary Technician 3

• Perform, teach and instruct others the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a solid working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area and how to trouble shoot it.
• When not assigned to a service be available to help busy services as well as the daytime emergency clinician receiving emergencies and all aspects of working these patients up until they are transferred to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to insure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service. As well as communicating to clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintenance of medical records.
• Assist with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of applicable experience OR Associate’s degree in veterinary technology with 4 years experience OR Certification as a vet tech or equivalent with 4 years experience OR 7 Years of experience in a working environment with similar duties. 

Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):

Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and "on-call"/relief shifts.

Per PS 18- This position is a part of the Emergency Response Personnel - these personnel are linked with the hospital during any emergency response event and are expected to report in and perform as outlined in the emergency response plan.

Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), kneel or sit on the floor, push/pulling, grasping, climbing, crawling bending, 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*

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive offer, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, participate in Public Service Forgiveness (PSLF) program , Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, accrue annual leave and sick leave based on position classification, tuition exemption, Shift differential, wellness and mentorship programs, and more.

We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address

Please direct any questions to Cherie Pucheu at cpucheu@lsu.edu

Posting Date:

April 25, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

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.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

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 HR@lsu.edu. 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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