Wae-Veterinary Technician 1, 2, Or 3-Shared Services

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Job Posting Title:

WAE-Veterinary Technician 1, 2, or 3-Shared Services

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

Department:

LSUAM VetMed- VTH- Admin- Nursing- Shared Services (Jennifer Laborde Bridges (00003484))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

This position will provide coverage for all areas of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital as needed at an employment effort not to exceed an average of 29 hours per week.

Veterinary Technician 1

• 70% Assist with the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a basic working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area.
• 10%When not assigned to a service assist with daytime emergency clinician receiving emergencies and all aspects of working these patients up until they are transferred to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• 5% Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to ensure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service.
• 5% Assist with communication to clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintain appropriate records of this.
• 5% Assist with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU.
• 5% 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

Preferred Qualifications:

CVT or equivalent with 1 year of applicable experience

Veterinary Technician 2

• 70% Perform and demonstrate the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a basic working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area.
• 10% When not assigned to a service, provide patient care in the SAICU and/or SAER, help receiving emergencies and all aspects of working these patients up until they are transfered to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• 5% Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to insure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service.
• 5%Communicate professionally with clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintain appropriate records of this.
• 5% Assist with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 3 years of related 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

CVT or equivalent with 3 years of applicable experience

Veterinary Technician 3

• 70% Perform and teach/instruct the duties of the technician for the service assigned in their absence to include sample collection, restraint, sample submission and requests for diagnostics. Have a basic working knowledge of specialized equipment in each area.
• 10% When not assigned to a service, provide patinet care in the SAICU and/or SAER, perform receiving emergencies and teaching all aspects of working these patients up until they are transfered to a service. To include but not limited to: forms, diagnostic procedure orders, samples and submission, client updates, discharges, billing and data entry, patient discharge.
• 5% Communicate professionally with clients and referring DVMs concerning procedures and care, scheduling of appointments and follow-ups for the service assigned to and maintain appropriate records of this.
• 5% Communicate with the regular service technician as well as service clinicians and maintain a record of information to ensure smooth transitions when joining and leaving each service.
• 5% Participate with blood bank, holiday and emergency shifts in the ICU.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of related 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 Qualifications:

CVT or equivalent with 5 years of applicable experience

Special or physical Qualifications:

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 work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and "on-call"/relief shifts.

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*

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:

Job Competencies:

• Communication Skills: Receive information, explain procedures to clients, students, and rDVM
• Ability to self-start and excellent time-management
• Knowledge of animal care and handling including restraint
• Knowledge of proper medical record keeping (paper and electronic)
• Knowledge of medical terminology, advanced anatomy, and abbreviations
• Computer skills
• Trouble Shooting and Problem-Solving Skills

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if applicable).

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

Posting Date:

October 30, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

January 29, 2026

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!

Positions approved to work 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):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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.