Location: Lawrence, KS
and IACUC to ensure efficient operation of the KU-Lawrence Animal Care and Use Program in accordance with the applicable regulations and standards. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, and tuition assistance for employees and their dependents.
Job Description 50% - Direct Veterinary Care Provide evidence-based preventative, clinical, and surgical care to laboratory animals in accordance with current veterinary medical standards. Prepare
and maintain accurate records detailing diagnostic decisions ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards. Direct and maintain a health surveillance program to include coordination of requests for importation of non-vendor source animals.
Share rotating emergency duty with the ACU director/university attending veterinarian (ACUD/UAV). Serve as acting University Attending Veterinarian in the absence of ACUD/UAV. 25% - Program and Research Support Assist the ACUD/UAV in establishment and implementation of effective quality control systems for facility management and animal husbandry practices. Review and revise Unit operating procedures to achieve optimal outcomes. Provide
guidance and assistance to research personnel on animal model selection, protocol development, anesthetic/analgesic selection, surgical techniques/procedures, pre-post operative care, breeding colony management, and methods of euthanasia.
Provide clinical and didactic training/instruction to husbandry and research personnel, including students, on humane care and use of laboratory animals, acceptable veterinary techniques, proper use of veterinary equipment, occupational health and safety, and other topics pertinent to work with laboratory animals. Direct supervision of veterinary technicians. 25% - Regulatory and Compliance Support Assist the IACUC and ACUD/UAV in maintaining compliance with the Federal Animal Welfare Act, the Public Health Service Policy on the Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, as well as maintenance of AAALAC accreditation.
Assist with external program reviews, site visits, and inspections, including but not limited to document preparation and reviewer escort. Support various IACUC activities, including but not limited to veterinary pre-review of protocols and semiannual evaluations. Required Qualifications Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an institution accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Current veterinary license in at least one state. Must obtain Kansas veterinary license within 12 months of appointment. Work experience that demonstrates effective written and verbal communication and collaboration that fosters and maintains productive working relationships. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 2 years' experience, following receipt of veterinary degree, providing preventative, clinical, and surgical care to animals, particularly rodents and rabbits, in an academic laboratory. American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine board eligibility.
Additional Candidate Instructions A complete application includes an online application, cover letter, resume highlighting pertinent experience relative to the required and preferred qualifications and contact information for three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered. Application review will begin on 1/4/2024 and continue until a qualified applicant has been selected. To ensure first consideration, apply by 1/3/2024. #LI-HR1Contact Information to Applicants Sonya Croci Craig Kreikemeier-Bower ertised Salary Range Minimum 130,000.00 Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule7:30am - 4:00pm Application Review Begins Wednesday January 3, 2024Anticipated Start Date Thursday February 15, 2024 Apply to Job For more details: jobs-search.
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Veterinary & Animal Care jobs encompass a variety of roles focused on the health and well-being of animals. These positions range from veterinarians who diagnose and treat animal illnesses, veterinary technicians, and nurses who assist in medical procedures, to animal caregivers and shelter workers who provide day-to-day care. Key features of these jobs include a compassionate nature, a strong interest in animal biology and behavior, and a commitment to improving the lives of animals. Professionals in this field often work in clinics, zoos, farms, or wildlife conservation areas, combining medical knowledge with hands-on care to ensure the welfare of both domestic and wild animals.
Veterinary & Animal Care Jobs encompass a variety of roles dedicated to the health and well-being of animals. These positions can range from veterinarians, who diagnose and treat illnesses in animals, to veterinary technicians, who support vets in procedures and care. Other roles include animal trainers, groomers, and shelter staff, all working toward ensuring animals live healthy and enriched lives. These jobs typically require a deep compassion for animals, a strong sense of ethics, and, for some positions, formal education and certification. This field is characterized by its blend of medical knowledge, hands-on animal interaction, and a commitment to animal welfare.
relevant to veterinary technology, including assisting veterinarians with medical procedures, animal restraint, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, collection of lab samples, analysis of lab samples and/or sending samples to outside labs, filling prescriptions and administering medications to animals, and medical record keeping using ZIMS.
Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments, regularly inspects medical equipment for needed repair and maintenance. Performs duties of the quarantine zookeeper as needed. Animal Health : Work with the hospital zookeeper to evaluate the status of hospitalized animals on a daily basis, and communicate findings to the veterinarians: Administer prescribed treatments,
including injections, gavage feeding, wound treatment, bandage changes, and laser therapy: Monitor animals under anesthesia using available equipment, including pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure cuffs, and ECG: Provide daily care for hospitalized and quarantined animals as needed, including feeding, cleaning, and shifting animals: Maintain continuing education requirements as required by governing authorities; including attending conferences in: person or online, participating in forums, or other online venues to review online educational materials to keep abreast of new developments in veterinary technology.
Laboratory : Regularly review and update fecal exam schedule as needed.At
the direction of the veterinarians, collect blood, urine, swabs, and other samples from all taxa for routine and diagnostic testing: Perform in: house tests, including preparation and staining of slides for cytology and microbiology, manual and automated CBCs, chemistries, and complete urinalysis: Prepare samples for shipping to outside labs and researchers, using proper packaging and labeling: Assist veterinarians in conducting necropsy examinations and collection of post: mortem diagnostic samples: Bank tissue, serum, and other biomaterials in the appropriate freezer or storage cabinet, and log the information into ZIMS Hospital Operations : Maintain and update animal medical records using ZIMS, including prescriptions/treatments, samples, test results, and other modules as directed by the veterinarians: Inspect and maintain all hospital equipment including diagnostic tools, surgical equipment, anesthesia machines, and laboratory analyzers: Conduct minor repairs to facilities and hospital equipment.
Communicate any equipment failure or need for major repair to the veterinarians promptly: Become thoroughly familiar with the care and operation of new diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical equipment, and maintain familiarity with current equipment including ultrasound, radiology, electrosurgical unit, thermography, therapeutic laser and endoscopy: Deliver prescribed oral medications and supplements to the animal areas on a regular basis, ensuring uninterrupted completion of treatments given by zookeeper staff Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology (RVT, CVT, or LVT).
One year of full: time employment as a veterinary technician. Must have or obtain a State of Kansas Registered Veterinary Technicians License within six months. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance.
Preferred Qualifications: Two years of full: time employment as a veterinary technician with one year in a zoological or aquarium institution. Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology (RVT, CVT, or LVT). Veterinary Te
2-doctor GP practice! VCA Cherokee has served Overland Park and its surrounding areas for over 50 years. During that time, we have developed a reputation for strong medicine and superior customer service. We are looking for someone who can lend his/her skills to our current team of 2 licensed Technicians to further enhance these attributes.
Why Join the VCA Family? We are passionate about supporting our veterinary technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Some of the many benefits we provide: Access to the community
and financial resources of a large veterinary group Leadership and advancement opportunities Medical, dental & vision insurance Employer-paid short term disability insurance and life insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation and sick time401(k)CE allowance for full time credentialed technicians Tuition support and sponsorships Vet Tech license reimbursement Free wellness and self-care resources Generous hospital discount for your pets and product discounts Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Accepting all applicants, regardless of practical experience.
We are willing to mentor new graduates. Why We Need You As a member of the VCA team, your
mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals.
You ve worked hard for your credentialing and we want you to use the knowledge that you ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology (digital) anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient backssment surgical preparation and assisting dentistry and digital dental radiology laboratory work shop patient recovery compassionate care for our hospitalized patients Why You Should Consider Us At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills and even learn some new techniques and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site.
Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at Associated topics: animal care assistant, animal care technician, assistant, attendant, vet assistant, vet attendant, vet technician, veterinary assistant, veterinary technician, technician
