Lab Technician - Veterinary Technology (Part Time)

JOB GOAL:

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, provides coordination and support for the daily operation of the Veterinary Technology program. This position requires independent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, good computer skills and the ability to handle pressures related to deadlines.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise afternoon animal care rotations (3:00-6:00 PM Monday-Friday, September-December, January-May)
  • Communicate any problems with the instructor and/or veterinarian
  • Provide feedback to instructor(s) on student performance
• Instruct students in appropriate completion of animal care tasks
• Assist the full-time RVTs in monitoring student record keeping
• Assist faculty, staff, and students in the maintenance of clean and organized laboratory areas
• Perform limited kennel maintenance
• Submit kennel and facility maintenance requests
• Monitor patients and report any health problems to the attending veterinarian

• Perform other related work duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with members, students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
• Cooperate as a team member with the Animal Health faculty and staff in performing duties essential to the achievement of efficient program operations.
• Ability to assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to work in an educational environment training environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
• Work effectively and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions, deal with deadlines, and be flexible.
• Must be able to handle and work with small animals.
• Must be available to work afternoons, 3:00-6:000 p.m. Monday-Friday for animal care.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Moderate to light work. Position involves sitting and/or standing constantly (67-100%) in a laboratory/office setting. Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally (10-33%). Frequent (34-66%) reaching, standing, walking, lifting, dexterity, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motions. Handling and restraint of both small and large animals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years of recent hands-on clinical experience in a small or mixed animal veterinary practice, including direct involvement in patient care, animal handling, and clinical procedures
• Proficient using Microsoft Office
• Valid Driver’s License
  • This position requires a valid driver's license and participation in continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring. Your driving record will be verified initially and monitored on an ongoing basis as a condition of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Currently registered as a Veterinary Technician in Iowa
• Supervisory experience