Medical Rounds Specialist

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday with Friday and Saturday off.

Summary:

The Medical Rounds Specialist (MRS) plays a critical role in assisting the veterinarian in basic oversight of patient care, treatment progress and triaging and addressing concerns. As an integral part of the medical team the MRS will work under the veterinarian to ensure there is a second pair of eyes on animals, in their absence and assign appropriate courses of action to be taken in a variety of circumstances. The MRS will participate in shelter-wide Grand Rounds when scheduled and relay medical concerns to the veterinarian on duty. And advanced level of patient care, a keen eye for detail and use of proper medical acumen and terminology is important. Critical thinking is the cornerstone of this role.

Essential Job Functions:

• Monitor health of shelter population – identifying problems and facilitating immediate action

• Screen, identify, and prioritize animal health concerns to relay to the attending veterinarian

• Own cases and necessary follow-up to ensure decreased length of stay and optimal care

  Salary and Benefits:

  $23.50/Hour

  ACC values work/life balance and offers a generous paid-time-off (PTO) package that includes vacation time, birthdays off, personal days and sick pay. We also value physical and mental health by offering a great open access Cigna medical, dental and vision insurance at a low premium to our employees as well as 401K and Pension, Life Insurance. We also have on-the-job training for 2-4 weeks, periodic all staff trainings to include safety, DEI, cross training, and other growth opportunities.

  Because ACC is a nonprofit, employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness, cancellation, and/or consolidation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). Created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF allows borrowers who work full time for nonprofits and government agencies to have their outstanding debt forgiven tax-free on Federal Direct Loans, after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

  Qualifications

  Detail oriented and highly observant nature. Able to recognized normal versus abnormal without having to diagnose. General sense of urgent versus non-urgent and knows when to ask if unsure. Able to assess temperature, pulse and pain level, or must learn within 7 days of hire. Can accurately make math calculations and use appropriate medical terminology and spelling. Must complete 20 hours of advanced patient care training online within 30 days of hire. Must successfully complete skills check list within 30 days of hire

  Education and Work Experience

  Individual enrolled in an accredited technician program preferred, or online vet assistant program. 2 years in a veterinary assistant role ideal, or able to demonstrate advance skill set and knowledge base. Recommendation from licensed veterinarian required.

  Please see the attached Job Description and Benefits Flyer for more details.