Veterinary Technician - Equine

This position involves direct contact with animals susceptible to rabies. Employees in this role must complete a rabies pre-exposure vaccination series and maintain adequate rabies antibody titer (≥0.5 IU/mL) as recommended by CDC guidelines.

Auburn University will cover the cost of the rabies vaccination series, periodic titer checks, and any necessary boosters.

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• Patient Care: Assist with the examination, treatment, and monitoring of equine patients, including handling and restraining horses safely and effectively.
• Diagnostic Procedures: Perform and assist with diagnostic procedures such as sample collection, ultrasound, endoscopy, and radiography.
• Treatment Administration: Administer medications, IV fluids, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Monitoring: Continuously monitor patients’ vital signs, responses to treatment, and overall progress, providing updates to veterinarians and adjusting care as needed.
• Client Communication: Communicate effectively with horse owners regarding their horses’ conditions, treatment plans, and care instructions.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, including patient histories, treatment plans, and billing charges.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with veterinary students, interns, and other staff to provide comprehensive care and support for educational activities.
• Facility Maintenance: Ensure the cleanliness and proper maintenance of medical equipment, treatment areas, and general hospital facilities.

Level II:

• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in Veterinary Technology or in the care and comfort of animals.

Level III:

• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field.
• 4 years of experience in Veterinary Technology or in the care and comfort of animals.

Minimum Licence and Certifications:

• Active license with the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medicine as a Veterinary Technician, OR
• Have met all requirements to become licensed in the State of Alabama. Licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Substitutions Allowed for Experience:

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Prior equine experience or familiarity with horse care and handling is desired.

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