Community Practice Technician

4 weeks ago

Blacksburg, United States Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Full time
Community Practice Technician

Job no: 529585
Work type: Staff
Senior management: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Vet. Medicine Teaching Hospital
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Veterinary Medicine, Medical Professionals

Job Description

Why did you start a career in veterinary medicine? Because you love animals Come showcase your passion, talent and skills in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital's Community Practice
Community Practice is the Small Animal Primary Care Service at the College of Veterinary Medicine, providing full-service, outpatient preventive health, dental, and surgical care to local small animal clients. We pride ourselves on low stress handling of patients. You will play a crucial role in helping to educate our future veterinarians. Working alongside Board Certified clinicians, residents, interns, LVTs, and students, you will help our patients with every aspect of their care.
Amazing ways you can help us...
Utilizing your invaluable technical skills to help teach the next generation of veterinarians through engagement in:
• New puppy/kitten visits (vaccines, microchips, parasite treatment and prevention, client education)
• General health care (venipuncture, cystocentesis, lab tests, ear cleanings, skin scrapes, FNAs, nail trims)
• Dentistry (State-of-the-art dental radiography, oral blocks, surgeries/extractions/root canals, prophys)
• Anesthesia and surgery (laparoscopic spays, gastropexies, neuters, lumpectomies, soft tissue and orthopedic procedures)
• Fear free and low stress handling
• Holistic procedures (Acupuncture, laser therapy, ultrasound therapies)
• Emergencies/urgent care (catheter placements, ECG, capnography, fluids, O2 cage, pharmaceuticals)
Amazing ways we can help you....
• Competitive salary
• State retirement plan with pension option
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid vacation, plus sick leave, plus paid holidays, plus 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual CE and uniform allowance
• On the job technical training in focused areas is available to support your growth and development
• LVT student loan repayment assistance available for qualified applicants
In Addition:
• Tuition assistance up to 12 credit hours per year
• PerkSpot: VT's exclusive discount site for flights, car rentals, vacation getaways, concerts, sports, restaurants, bikes, instruments, clothes, and more
• TimelyCare: A virtual health service offered to all VT employees at no cost. (Health coaching, counseling, and wellness programs like yoga, mindfulness, nutrition, etc.)
• Access to the VT Fitness Park, aquatic programs and intermural sports

Why Blacksburg?
Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains, where outdoor activities abound, Blacksburg dances with the idyllic, eclectic vibe of a college town. Hikers and bikers can explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail, water lovers hit the New River for kayaking or white-water rafting, and the vibrant, cultural scene draws local artists, musicians, and performing arts. Bring your dogs to the farmers markets, wineries and breweries nestled amongst the rolling, green hills. Ride your horse or mountain bike around the Pandapas Pond trail system. Don a maroon and orange sweatshirt and go catch a Virginia Tech Hokies game. Whatever your passions...we have something for you

Required Qualifications

Previous experience in a veterinary clinical setting; working knowledge of basic companion animal anatomy and physiology gained as a result of coursework or experience; ability to understand instructions; ability to handle and restrain all species of animal; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; rabies prophylaxis will be required (provided by employer)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications: Licensed or licensed eligible in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Veterinary Technician (LVT).

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at $35,500 (without LVT), $42,500 (with LVT); commensurate with experience

Review Date

05/22/2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Anthony Grafsky at amgrafsky@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: May 8, 2024
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