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Veterinary Technician 3- Small Animal ICU Supervisor

Remote: 
Full Remote
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 4 years of applicable experience and 1 year of supervisory experience, Certification as a vet tech or equivalent with 4 years experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.

Key responsabilities:

  • Supervise ICU activities, manage personnel
  • Perform clinical procedures, administer medications, lead rounds, manage inventory and schedules, aid in patient care, instruct and supervise staff, perform maintenance and quality control of equipment
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Job Posting Title:
Veterinary Technician 3- Small Animal ICU Supervisor

   

Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:
LSUAM VetMed - VTH - Admin - Hospital Operations - Nursing (Lee Ann Eddleman (00009574))

   

Work Location:
Veterinary Medicine Building

   

Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:
The Intensive Care Unit operates on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis.  Our state-of-the-art facilities have a 52 patient capacity with a constant coverage for the animals receiving treatment.  The small animal intensive care unit also serves as an anesthesia and surgery recovery area as well as a fluid ward for the veterinary teaching hospital.  The VT 3- Supervisor, supervises all activities and personnel within the unit in addition to patient care responsibilities.

40% Perform, demonstrate, and instruct a variety of highly technical clinical procedures associate with care and treatment of critically ill animals utilizing life support techniques and intensive care procedures and equipment.
> Administer medications, Placement of intravenous catheters central, sampling, and peripheral, perform venipuncture, cyctocentesis, abdominal/thoracic taps, etc.  Lead nursing rounds at shift change.  Advise and accurately report patient status to case clinician, techs and students

20% ICU supervisor performs and manages the assignment and completion of these duties: 
> Writing Employee Schedule
> Coverage of requested leave, On call duties, stocking and PRN ordering
> Orientation of students, technicians, and house officers //equipment inventory, maint., service
> Auditing SA ICU census and billing to maintain accuracy //controlled drug audits
> Staffing responsibility which includes hiring, discipline, termination, and evaluations

10% Advise and accurately report patient status to case clinician. Relay information to other technicians and students on case, alter orders as directed by clinician responsible for patient care. 
Monitor the recovery of anesthetized patients; maintain accurate records of vital signs, treatments, procedures. Assist 7 VTH services (Internal Medicine, Small Animal Surgery [orthopedic and soft tissue],oncology, ophthalmology,neurology, emergency and Cardiology) in addition to occasional case work with zoo medicine and theriogenology with management of cases to include providing nursing care, monitoring, assessment, and technical procedures. Maintain the ICU in a state of readiness, esp. for CPR and or patients in crisis.

10% Other related duties as they pertain to the operation of ICU. Holiday and emergency response coverage as assigned and activated.
Manages and instructs in the daily operation and maintenance of sophisticated small animal diagnostic equipment to include but not limited to: oxygen cage, ECG, fluid pumps, and bedside blood analyzers.
>Responsible for equipment being sent out for repair//inventory and quality control.  
To include completion of daily, weekly and monthly chores.  Equipment quality controls.  Inventory and stocking procedures.  Other duties as assigned.

10% Instructs and manages ACS technicians, 3rd and 4th year veterinary students, veterinary interns, technician interns by tutorial, example, and as instructors in various veterinary course curriculum laboratories, the techniques and protocols appropriate for monitoring, nursing care, CPCR, and record keeping.  
Maintain a daily census of all patients in ICU along with procedures and hospitalization fees.
Complete data entry for all charges daily.

10% Training,continual resource for questions, and following protocol and management of controlled drugs dispensed for use in the ICU.
Class II drug handling:
> responsible for checking dosage and requested amounts
>obtaining drug and maintaining required records
>ensuring proper administration and aid in discovering compatibility or avoiding with other drugs
>proper disposal of any unused drugs

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 4 years of applicable experience and 1 year of supervisory experience OR Associate’s degree in veterinary technology with 4 years experience and 1 year of supervisory experience OR Certification as a vet tech or equivalent with 4 years experience and 1 year of supervisory experience OR 7 Years of experience in a working environment with similar duties, one year experience of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

CVT or equivalent

Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):

Able to answer phone calls after hours from students for issues regarding department.  Required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. 


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.


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

*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*

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive offer, participate in Public Service Forgiveness (PSLF) program, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, Annual leave accrued up to 14 days per year, paid sick leave accrued up to 12 days per year, 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:

Associate Clinical Specialist 3 - Hourly

Special Instructions:
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address

Please direct any questions to Lee Ann Eddleman at leddle1@lsu.edu

   

Posting Date:
October 16, 2023

   

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!

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):
Y

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged 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.

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Industry :
Education
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Time Management
  • Supervision
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork

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