Veterinary Assistant, Surgical Oncology (Dual posted with Veterinary Technician, Surgical Oncology - Job ID 59245)

Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery

This opening is dual posted with Veterinary Technician, Surgical Oncology (Job ID 59245). The opening may be filled at either level, depending on the experience and qualifications of the applicants.

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.

We are seeking an energetic Veterinary Assistant to join our passionate Oncology service, specifically working on the Surgical Oncology team. The mission of our Oncology service is to provide state-of-the-art, compassionate cancer care for animals and to teach veterinary students, interns and residents about safe and proper diagnostics and treatments. In addition, we strive to advance evidence-based cancer medicine among all species with an emphasis in our research on comparative medicine. The service focuses on a team approach and seeks a new member to join us in providing crucial services to our clients and patients.

Veterinary Assistant Job Responsibilities May Include:

• Safely restrain, handle and transport patients
• Clean, organize and stock treatment and examination rooms
• Respond to phone and email inquiries regarding appointments, patient care, and other client questions and follow-up
• Utilize hospital information system and other software for data entry (specifically our electronic medical records system and Microsoft Teams)
• Assist with monitoring hospitalized patients and provide ward care
• Prepare operating room set-up / break-down and cleaning instruments and surgical suite
• Support the surgical team as necessary in the operating room
• Collect samples (e.g., blood, urine and fecal) and administer medications as instructed
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures as requested within skill set of the particular assistant consistent with MVMB guidelines.
• Maintain and care for diagnostic and surgical equipment.
• Exercise patients in designated area as instructed
• Other duties as assigned.

Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to the Veterinary Health Center for specialized diagnoses and treatment.

Full-time 40 hours per week with typical hours being Monday through Friday, between 8am and 5pm or 9am to 6pm.

High school diploma or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Prior experience in a veterinary medical setting is desirable but not required.

Successful candidates will exhibit the following skills and competencies:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Driven by life-long learning and professional development.
• Possess excellent communication skills and be able to interact with pet families and the veterinary team
• Be detailed-oriented and well-organized in gathering medical histories, carrying out instructions, documenting patient statistics, and updating computerized medical records for billing
• Enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and/or small patients.

Salary: $16.00/hour
Grade: GGS-004
University Title: Veterinary Assistant
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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