Equine and Farm Animal Attendant

North Carolina State University

$ 39,000 - $ 77,109

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 21, 2024

Job Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194354SP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Equine and Farm Animal Attendant
Anticipated Hiring Range	$39,000
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday 6:00am-3:00pm, on call, rotating holidays and weekends
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	CVM Teaching Hospital
About the Department	The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 25,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.
Essential Job Duties	Provide animal husbandry support for all Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center patients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Feeding, watering, grooming, handling, and restraining patients; including but not limited to equine, bovine, caprine, ovine, and camelid species. Maintain clean and sanitary hospital by adhering closely to established protocols; including stall cleaning, cleaning and disinfecting of all hospital areas, trash removal, etc. Maintain grounds indoor and outdoor, as needed. Maintain supplies and equipment, including repair schedules. Participate in on call schedule, weekend rotations, and holiday rotations as needed. Ensure compliance with all Infectious Disease protocols. Assist with inventory control, supply ordering / purchasing, and ensure effective communication and collaboration with all ancillary services and other areas of the hospital.
Other Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education	Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.
Other Required Qualifications	Equine handling experience. Experience cleaning stalls and caring for equine and farm animals. Basic computer experience, data entry, email, basic spreadsheet entry. Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations. Ability to operate common barn equipment (forklift, gas powered vacuum, truck, small tractor, floor cleaning machine, etc). Ability to provide high quality customer service. Ability to work beyond scheduled work hours when needed. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be an active participant in problem solving and team advancement. Ability to maintain physical work for extended periods of time and lift up to 90 pounds on occasion. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience as a care taker/groom in an equine or mixed animal veterinary setting, preferably a veterinary teaching hospital or tertiary care facility. Experience with OSHA and AAHA standards / requirements.
Required License or Certification	NC Driver's License is required and will need to be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	11/21/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)	12/02/2024
Notice to Applicants	Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions	Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00044204
Position Type	SHRA
Position Classification Band Title	Medical Support Technician
Position Classification Band Level	Contributing
Position Classification Salary Range	$ 39,000 - $ 77,109
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN03
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position	No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id	192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.