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Posted: 10-Oct-23
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 94255-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.
About UC Blue Ash
The Veterinary Technology Department at the University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash College is now accepting applications for a full time Laboratory Associate position. The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio and one of the most diverse colleges at the University of Cincinnati. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award.
Job Overview
The Veterinary Technology Laboratory Associate will supervise and train students during laboratories while assisting the faculty with their teaching duties. This position will also have duties associated with animal care. This is a full-time professional staff position. The position is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday. Expected working hours may cover both day and evening to assist in teaching labs. Weekend on-call duties are occasionally required.
Essential Functions
- Assisting students in laboratories that cover topics such as animal care and handling, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, clinical pathology, large animal, and dentistry.
- Animal care duties consisting of weekly animal intake and release, record keeping, and assisting students with medical care.
- Record keeping & regulation compliance.
- Equipment maintenance and cleaning.
- Off-site student supervision and off-site agency visits may also be required.
- Participate in meetings and office work.
- Perform related duties based on program need.
Required Education
Associate degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited school.
Required Trainings/Certifications
Registered as a Veterinary Technician in the State of Ohio (or be immediately eligible for registration once hired.)
Required Experience
One (1) year of clinical veterinary experience is required.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- Bachelors-degree graduate from an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary technology.
- Demonstrated recent, clinical experience working in small animal medicine, anesthesia, and assisting with routine surgical procedures including spay/neuter.
- Registered in the state of Ohio (or be immediately eligible for registration once hired).
- Three (3) years of clinical veterinary experience.
- Experience in dentistry, diagnostic imaging, and working in the clinical laboratory.
- Formal teaching experience
- Experience with large animals and/or laboratory animals.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Hearing, listening - Continuously
- Talking - Often
- Standing - Continuously
- Bending - Often
- Stooping - Often
- Kneeling, squatting - Often
- Crouching - Often
- Reaching overhead - Often
- Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
- Walking - Often
Application Process
Applicants must complete the online application and must supply:
- Cover letter that describes how you are uniquely qualified for this position.
- CV/resume
The following must be uploaded to the 'Additional Documents' Section of the application:
- A list of at least three (3) references including contact information.
- Verification of Licensing
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range of $18.50 - $20.19 an hour dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.
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