Veterinary Technician 3 - Operating Room & Live- In Supervisor

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Job Posting Title:

Veterinary Technician 3 - Operating Room & Live- In Supervisor

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM VetMed

• VTH

• Admin

• Hospital Operations

• Nursing (Lee Ann Eddleman (00009574))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine Building

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This person will provide technical veterinary support to faculty, house officers, and students in the Operating Room.

The Veterinary Associate Clinical Specialist Operating Room attends to both large and small animal surgical suites. The Operating Room Technician needs to have a familiarity with aseptic technique as well as a general knowledge of surgical instruments and procedures.

50% Works closely with surgeons to determine additional supplies and instruments needed and availability and condition of current instruments (ie. Instruments/equipment in need of repair, new instruments to be ordered, etc). Ensures that instruments are repaired or replaces as needed.

Performs inventory and manages stock. Attends monthly department meetings to discuss updates. Assists in student and faculty orientation to operating room protocol.

Prepares surgical packs and supplies for sterilization. Works with live in students to ensure that after hours surgical procedures are done with appropriate instrumentation, equipment, and aseptic technique is observed and maintained.

20% OR supervisor performs and manages the assignments and completion of these duties:

Coverage of requested leave, On call duties // daily management of coverage - work distribution

Orientation of students, technicians, and house officers // writing schedule monthly including on call

Equipment inventory, maint., service // relay special order items to purchaser

Controlled drug audits, Staffing responsibility including hiring, discipline, evaluations, & termination

Manage annual Live In interviews, hiring, and training, OR. Supervise and manage all Workday functions for Live In Student Workers

20% Performs and teaches surgical prep on patients' operative site. Assists in operating room during small and large animal surgical procedures.

Performs circulating nurse duties. Provides assistance to students and surgical team members. Instructs technician interns.

Observes and ensures aseptic techniques and protocols are followed. Takes appropriate measures if technique is broken in ensure outcome of surgery is appropriate and sterile technique is maintained. Cleans and disinfects operating rooms after surgical cases to prevent contamination.

10% Maintains and enters charges for surgical procedures and supplies per patient into computer. Assists with coordination of daily surgery schedule.

Interacts with surgical team and Hospital Supply staff to ensure sterile supplies available for daily surgical schedule. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's 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.

Specific experience: 1 year of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's, CVT or Equivalent

Preferred Certifications/ Licenses:

CVT, RVT, LVT Certified, Registered or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Special or Physical Qualifications:

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.

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*

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, climbing, grasping, crawling bending, squatting, and/or twisting.

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive offer, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, eligible for shift differential, participation in the PSLF program, accrue annual leave and sick leave based on position classification, tuition exemption, 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:

Please be sure to fully complete the experience section of the application, listing out job duties and average weekly hours worked. Resumes can not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. Transcripts are required to be attached to your application for college training to be considered when reviewing qualifications (if applicable). An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, hourly ranges, or other details about the position, please contact Cherie Pucheu at cpucheu@lsu.edu

Posting Date:

May 3, 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!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

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.