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Job Posting Title:
Veterinary Technician 1, 2, or 3 (Ophthalmology)

Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified

Department:
LSUAM VetMed - VTH - Admin - Nursing - Ophthalmology (Jennifer Laborde Bridges (00003484))

Work Location:
Veterinary Medicine Building

Pay Grade:
Professional Hourly

Job Description:
The ophthalmology service schedules appointments during normal hours of operation Monday through Friday. In addition, emergency cases are seen after hours as needed an ophthalmologist is on call, available for consult and to come in for these cases. The technicians with this service facilitate and increase efficiency in the work flow and management of the service and ultimate patient care from initial contact with a client or referring DVM, through to patient dismissal. All aspects in-between involve these technicians customer service, patient care, and teaching.
Veterinary Technician 1

• 40% Assist with the receiving and discharge of ophthalmology patients as needed. Assist students and house officers with performing routine ophthalmic diagnostic testing including conjunctival culture, cytology, Schirmer tear test, fluorescein dye test, tonometry, indirect ophthalmoscopy, and physical examinations. Assist in preparation for ophthalmic examination of large animal and exotic patients. Assist with the daytime treatments of hospitalized small animal ophthalmology patients.
• 30% Prepare for and assist with electroretinography in small animals. Assist in pre-operative patient preparation including submission of laboratory work, surgery/anesthesia paperwork, EKG, obtaining an ocular ultrasound, ordering of medications. Assist in patient preparation for small animal ophthalmology surgery cases, as well as post-op management and evaluation. Assist in perioperative procedures as needed.
• 20% Maintain/facilitate monthly ophthalmology case logs and download of patient images into a searchable ophthalmology database. Order and maintain inventory for department. Clean and sanitize exam rooms and treatment room area as needed. Clean and maintain ophthalmology equipment.
• 10% Participate with blood bank and on-call, holiday, and emergency shifts in ICU. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree OR Associate's degree in veterinary technology OR CVT or equivalent OR 3 years of experience in a working environment with similar duties
Veterinary Technician 2

• 40% Receive and discharge ophthalmology patients as needed. Participate with students and house officers with performing routine ophthalmic diagnostic testing including conjunctival culture, cytology, Schirmer tear test, fluorescein dye test, tonometry, indirect ophthalmoscopy, and physical examinations. Coordinate and prepare for ophthalmic examination of large animal and exotic patients. Perform daytime treatments of hospitalized small animal ophthalmology patients.
• 30% Prepare for and participate with electroretinography in small animals. Perform pre-operative patient preparation including submission of laboratory work, surgery/anesthesia paperwork, EKG, obtaining an ocular ultrasound, ordering of medications. Perform patient preparation for small animal ophthalmology surgery cases, as well as post-op management and evaluation. Participate in perioperative procedures as needed.
• 20% Maintain/facilitate monthly ophthalmology case logs and download of patient images into a searchable ophthalmology database. Order and maintain inventory for department. Clean and sanitize exam rooms and treatment room area as needed. Clean and maintain ophthalmology equipment.
• 10% Participate with blood bank and on-call, holiday, and emergency shifts in ICU. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree with 3 years of applicable experience OR Associate's degree in veterinary technology with 2 years of applicable experience OR CVT or equivalent with 2 years of applicable experience OR 5 Years of experience in a working environment with similar duties OR 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician 1 at LSU SVM
Veterinary Technician 3

• 40% Receive and discharge ophthalmology patients as needed. Teach students and house officers how to perform routine ophthalmic diagnostic testing including conjunctival culture, cytology, Schirmer tear test, fluorescein dye test, tonometry, indirect ophthalmoscopy, and physical examinations. Coordinate and prepare for ophthalmic examination of large animal and exotic patients. Perform daytime treatments of hospitalized small animal ophthalmology patients.
• 30% Prepare for and teach electroretinography in small animals. Perform and teach pre-operative patient preparation including submission of laboratory work, surgery/anesthesia paperwork, EKG, obtaining an ocular ultrasound, ordering of medications. Perform and teach patient preparation for small animal ophthalmology surgery cases, as well as post-op management and evaluation. Participate in perioperative procedures as needed.
• 20% Maintain/facilitate monthly ophthalmology case logs and download of patient images into a searchable ophthalmology database. Order and maintain inventory for department. Clean and sanitize exam rooms and treatment room area as needed. Clean and maintain ophthalmology equipment.
• 10% Participate with blood bank and on-call, holiday, and emergency shifts in ICU. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree 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.
Preferred Certifications/ Licenses (ALL LEVELS):
CVT/RVT/LVT Certified, Registered or Licensed Veterinary Technician
Special or Physical Qualifications (ALL LEVELS):
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:
Associate Clinical Specialist 1 - Hourly
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.
An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check, physical and drug screening.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, hourly ranges, or other details about the position, please contact Jennifer Bridges at jlabor7@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:
May 14, 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):
Y

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HCM Contact Information:
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