Ambulatory LVT - Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine

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So,... are you ready?

The Ambulatory LVT supports the operations of the Clemson CVM Ambulatory Services. This position ensures the smooth functioning of day-to-day operations, performs licensed veterinary technician duties, and provides operational support to the team of veterinary professionals in the Ambulatory Services area. Performs other duties as assigned.

60% - Essential - Technical Support:
Support the daily operations of the ambulatory services area, ensuring efficient workflow and excellent customer service. Accompany the on-duty veterinarian on calls to perform veterinary technician duties, ranging from animal restraint to assisting with medical procedures, including participation in a rotating after-hours schedule. Assist in the clinical education and hands-on training of professional veterinary students, including contributing to orientation, delivering course content, and providing guidance in areas relevant to licensed veterinary technicians. Assist veterinarians with data entry into the EMR software program, both during and outside of service calls. Maintain inventory and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for ambulatory services area and communicate with supervisor when inventory is low. Collaborate with the supervisor to manage ambulatory services area operations, including scheduling appointments, responding promptly to client inquiries and emergencies.

20% - Essential - Client Relations:
Collaborate with veterinarians to develop client education programs and outreach initiatives with involvement from professional veterinary students. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with ambulatory services and communicate with supervisor regarding escalating client issues and/or concerns as needed.

20% - Essential - Quality Assurance and Compliance:
Utilize quality assurance measures to maintain high standards of care in the veterinary ambulatory services area and recommend improvements as needed. Implement, monitor, and evaluate protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, promote the safety of veterinarians, students, staff, clients, and animals. Assist supervisor with compliance with regulatory requirements, including licensing, accreditation, and record-keeping.

Education - Bachelor's Degree - animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Work or educational experience that is directly related to the area of employment may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis, such as an associate's degree, Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technical degree, or equivalent training and experience.

Experience - 2+ years of directly related experience, such as experience in large animal ambulatory practice and/or experience working with large animals in a farm setting.

Certification - Active SC Licensed Veterinary Technician or eligibility to gain licensure.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Chemical hazards
Radiant energy hazards
Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Hiring Range: $37,200.00 - $50,000.00

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

April 27, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.