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Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor in Small Animal Surgery, The University of Sydney
An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated veterinary specialist to join the small animal surgery team at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Sydney (UVTHS). This is a unique opportunity to take on an important leadership role in an outstanding, AVMA-accredited veterinary teaching hospital, in one of the world’s most desirable cities. The successful applicant must have a veterinary degree and a postgraduate qualification that allows for registration as a Specialist in small animal surgery in NSW.
The UVTHS has benefited recently from major financial support. The Valentine Charlton Cat Centre, which opened in 2004, has gained international recognition as a state-of-the-art feline referral facility, generating large clinical research output and offering residency training programs in feline medicine. The $2.8 million Canine Centre opened in early 2008 and presents as one of the most sophisticated teaching hospitals in the country. New equipment acquisitions include MRI, CT, computed radiography and videoendoscopy. The hospital is supported by an extensive range of specialist staff in orthopaedic surgery, diagnostic imaging, medicine, neurology, dermatology and ophthalmology.
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Licensed Veterinary Technician, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital (BMAH) is located at the ASPCA’s New York City headquarters at 424 East 92nd Street, between First & York Avenues. BMAH is an animal medical facility that offers state-of-the-art digital radiography, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, dentistry, endoscopy, ultrasound, cardiology, dermatology, spay/neuter surgery and vaccinations.
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- Veterinary attendant, Kevin O'Roark, Pekin, IL
Veterinary attendant Veterinary office looking for kennel attendants to work Monday thru Friday mornings only. Send resume to: P.O. Box 295, Pekin IL. 61555-0295
- Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer, Department Of Agriculture, Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service
Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer (AVIC) Salary Range: 77,670.00 – 119,314.00 USD per year Open Period: Monday, August 25, 2008 to Monday, September 15, 2008 Series & Grade: GS-0701-13/14 Position Information: Full-Time Permanent Promotion Potential: 14 Duty Locations: 1 vacancy – Harrisburg, PA Location: Veterinary Services Eastern Region, Harrisburg, PA Salary: Range for GS-13: $77,670 to $100,976 (incl. 13.18% locality pay) Range for GS-14: $91,781 to $119,314 (incl. 13.18% locality pay) APHIS is an emergency response agency. APPLY
- Veterinary Technician, Oklahoma State University
Instruct and assist year-four professional veterinary students. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory in clinical areas. Provide high quality veterinary technical assistance in several clinics/departments of the VTH including small animal medicine and surgery, small animal ICU, equine medicine and surgery, food animal medicine and surgery etc. HS/GED plus two years of veterinary technician experience; OR Associate of Science degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program with 0-6 months related experience; OR Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with one year related experience. Experience in restraint of small and large animals, administering injections, and placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters is essential. Must have knowledge of equipment used within VTH including, but not limited to: personal computer, telephone, copy machine, laser, video endoscope, diagnostic lab equipment, camera/video camera, electro-diagnostic equipment, etc. Veterinary Technician Career Development Plan provides promotional opportunities to Veterinary Technicians who continually demonstrate meritorious performance. Progression within the plan signifies an increase in skills, competencies and contributions to the hospital’s goals and objectives. The increased contribution is above and beyond normal changes that are necessary to maintain satisfactory performance within an ever-changing business environment. While this plan provides promotional opportunities, it does not require career advancement. Neither does it preclude appropriate action for those who fail to meet a satisfactory standard of performance. Veterinary Technician Career Development Plan complies with all OSU policies and procedures. OSU reserves the right to modify, revoke, suspend, terminate or change any or all provisions of the Veterinary Technician Career Development Plan, in whole or part, at any time, with or without notice. Experience in restraint of small and large animals, administering injections, and placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters is essential. Must have knowledge of equipment used within VTH including, but not limited to: personal computer, telephone, copy machine, laser, video endoscope, diagnostic lab equipment, camera/video camera, electro-diagnostic equipment, etc. Apply
- Associate Director, Laboratory Animal Medicine, Chandler, Arizona
Covance Inc. is a leading supplier of drug development services to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Covance partners with innovative companies, offering valuable services in all phases of the drug development process as well as analytical and commercial impact services. As an integral part of these partnerships, our employees make a difference in the lives of millions. Covance is growing. Its a great time to join us! As an Associate Director, Lab Animal Medicine for Covance you will provide veterinary health care for laboratory animals, give advice regarding the care and maintenance of laboratory animals, and provide training for technicians. You will also monitor animal health and welfare in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and help maintain facilities for AAALAC compliance and provide oversight of multiple programs involving laboratory animal care and use and compliance with regulatory groups and agencies. Responsibilities & opportunities: Provide laboratory animal medical care by examination, treatment and advice to ensure adequate and humane veterinary support. Ensure that company policies and practices regarding animal care and welfare are in compliance with relevant regulations. Report all animal care concerns and become involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary. Assist in training of staff including Serve on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Insure health status of lab animals by examination prior to placement on test, and approval of appropriate quality animal suppliers and transportation methods. Performs supervisory duties including full range of recruitment activities, full range of performance evaluation activities, schedules work, prepares training plans, and executes Affirmative Action goals in department. Apply
- Dairy Veterinary Practice, Microbiology Laboratory, Office Manager, Clovis, NM
An Office Manager is required for Dairy Veterinary Practice/Microbiology Laboratory located in Clovis, NM. Areas of responsibility encompass managing the front desk area, supervising a small but dedicated staff, coordinating office activities and resolving problems. A detailed job description is available on request. Applications including a detailed resume should be sent to: Progressive Dairy Health Services, PO Box 5400, Clovis NM 88102 575-742-3336This job posted through Freedom New Mexico The candidate must have experience in office management and should be friendly, outgoing and honest. An associate degree in business or management is desirable, although a high school diploma may be adequate when combined with appropriate office experience and an aptitude for the position. Starting salary will be $15+ per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
- Veterinary Technician, Mountain View, California
The Veterinary Technician / Client Coordinator position requires strong surgical, interpersonal, and organizational/record-keeping competency, in context of a predominant customer-service culture. Client contact is involved. Provides independent veterinary anesthesia and surgical support to a variety of species, such as, pigs, sheep, goats, dogs, cattle and rabbits in a research facility. Support highest levels of customer service to medical device manufacturers through population, documentation, and assembly of client binders for per-clinical research submissions to the FDA. contact now at 877-605-2500
- Idexx Field Technical Support Representative, San Francisco, CA
Qualifications: Veterinary Technician Certification or 3 or more years as a Veterinary Technician is preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills and independent thinking are required.
The candidate will act as the customer advocate and gain insightful knowledge of customer needs following through reliably to address those needs and as the voice of the customer, bring information back to product management for future enhancements. This individual will investigate, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, train customers on the effective use of IDEXX products and recommend methods to improve workflow.
The Field Technical Support Representative provides on-site technical support for the family of IDEXX VetLab® instruments (Catalyst DX®, LaserCyte®, VetLyte®, VetStat®, VetTest®, SnapShot DX and the IDEXX Vetlab Station®) working closely with Veterinary Technicians to ensure optimal instrument use and performance.
Weekly travel within the assigned territory is required, all expenses are paid. For more details about these exciting opportunities and excellent benefits, follow this link.
- Veterinary Technician or Assistant, Nashville veterinary ophthalmology practice
Busy and growing metro Nashville veterinary ophthalmology practice is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Assistant. Candidates must be friendly, mature, professional, and well-organized, with excellent communication skills and the capability of working in a team environment. They must be able to manage a variety of responsibilities. Previous experience and licensure preferred. Full-time or part-time positions. Insurance, 401k, sick time and vacation time available!!! References will be requested. FAX your resume to (615) 776-2018. Please include a coversheet and direct it to: Amanda Dykes. OR Mail your resume to: Veterinary Ophthalmology Services Attn: Amanda Dykes P.O. Box 428 Nolensville, TN 37135
- Senior Veterinary Technician Jobs at The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
Job Summary: Assist doctor and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”. Excellent communication skills. Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change. Must be capable of properly restraining/holding animals. Education and Experience: Licensed or license eligible preferred. 3 years previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility. Authority: Direct and guide Animal Care Techs. Technician training as needed. Perform emergency care within regulatory limits. Physical Requirements: Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone. Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, computers, etc. Duties: The following is a list of essential job requirements. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed. Job Functions and Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Client Relations * Nursing Care * Housekeeping/Maintenance * Examinations/Assessments * Record Keeping * Anesthesia * Surgery * Radiology * Dentistry * Laboratory * Pharmacy Client Relations: Demonstrate excellent relations with clients/pets in waiting and/or exam rooms. Assist receptionists with client/patient checking in and checking out of hospital. Ensure that clients and pets feel welcome and comfortable. Serve as “Ambassadors” for creating and maintaining goodwill for the hospital. Build rapport with clients and pets. Immediately greet clients and their pets by name making eye contact with clients while speaking to them. Exceed the client’s expectations of service. Nursing Care: Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients. Make certain all patients are kept clean and as comfortable as possible. Assist in treating hospitalized animals under veterinary supervision. Continuously monitor all patients admitted to the hospital. Ensure all patients are clearly identified including entry on hospital day sheet, cage card, and ID collar. Participate in client communication and education, explaining administration of medications, follow-up care, diet recommendations and general animal care. Flexibility in working hours is required to ensure that the job is done properly (willing to work beyond scheduled hours if necessary). Housekeeping and Maintenance: Advise Medical Director or Technical Supervisor of any conditions that are unsafe, including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules. Examinations: * Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal. * Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope. * Ability to recognize fleas, ticks and other external parasites. * Ability to recognize other potential health care issues, i.e., dental signs and behavior patterns that suggest an animal may be in pain, and necessity of veterinarian’s examination. * Clearly communicate your finding to doctor. Refuse to make a diagnosis. Records: Keep records up to date. This includes client records with charges, medical history, vaccination status, medications administered, laboratory reports, etc. Handwriting must be neat and legible. Anesthesia: Understand how to maintain and use the hospital’s inhalation anesthetic machines. Administer certain anesthetics under direct doctor supervision. Monitor anesthesia under direct doctor supervision. Familiarity with procedures and antidotes for an anesthesia emergency. Surgery: * Understand how to prep animals for aseptic surgery. * Able to place a catheter * Understand principles of aseptics in the surgery room and participate in maintaining sterile conditions. * Know the names and general uses of surgical instruments and equipment. * Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments and packs. * Be willing and able to assist the doctor with certain surgical procedures. Radiology: * Position animals properly for radiography. * Know how to properly use positioning devices so that patients may be radiographed without the requirement of assistants holding animals in place whenever possible. * Develop radiographs. * Maintain and care for all radiology equipment. * Practice all safety regulations in regard to radiology. Dentistry: Understand how to set up and use the hospital’s dental prophylactics unit. Perform routine dental prophylactics procedures as directed by a staff veterinarian. Know general uses of the hospital’s instrumentation for endodontic, exodontic procedures, etc. Laboratory: * Draw blood samples. * Collect stool and urine samples. * Prepare lab request forms. * Perform certain laboratory tests: * Stool exams (flotation tests and Giardia fecal antigen tests) * Urinalysis * Heartworm test * Skin scrapings * FELV tests Pharmacy: Create prescription labels, fill prescriptions and dispense medications as directed by a doctor. Control inventory and assist in ordering medications and supplies. Maintain proper storage and safekeeping of drugs as directed by doctor. Benefits: Our generous benefit package includes the following for full-time employees and (if qualified, we offer domestic partner coverage!) Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Transit checks, Tuition Assistance Program, Training Seminars, EAP, 50% hospital discount, Vacation, Sick, Personal & Company Holiday time off. EOE. Apply
- Veterinary Technician Job at Walker Veterinary Hospital, Waller, TX
Brand new, AAHA Certified high-tech Animal Hospital located off Hwy 290 just past the Fairfield community before FM 2920 looking for a FT/PT Registered or highly experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant. We are looking for an energetic, team-oriented individual to join our staff. Should be a registered technician or be in the process of obtaining certification. Experience will be considered. Individual must have strong technical and communication skills and must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize and work without close supervision. This is a small animal practice currently with one doctor with plans to add up to three doctors in the near future. Apply
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