Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist - LA ICU
Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist - LA ICU
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Job Description
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Nancy Allen
Work Schedule
Overnight/Weekend Shift Work
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$16.00 - $35.00
Priority Application Date
Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration please include a resume and three professional references.
About this Position
Instruct and assist year-four professional veterinary students. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory in clinical areas. Provide high quality veterinary technical assistance in several clinics/departments of theVTHincluding equine medicine and surgery food animal medicine and surgery etc. All other duties as assigned. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally. Must be physically capable of lifting animals onto exam tables and into elevated cages. Promotional Opportunities may be available through an established career development plan. Shift differentials available. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation.
Required Qualifications
- High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Two years related experience; or Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology from anAVMAaccredited veterinary technology program with two years related experience; or Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related area; orDVMdegree or equivalent.
- Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
Experience in restraint of small and large animals administering injections and placement of IV (peripheral central and urinary) catheters is essential. Must have knowledge of equipment used withinVTHincluding but not limited to: personal computer telephone copy machine laser video endoscope diagnostic lab equipment camera/video camera electrodiagnostic equipment etc. Must be physically capable of lifting animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into elevated cages. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally. Must be physically capable of lifting animals onto exam tables and into elevated cages.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates
Veterinary Technology
- Five years experience as a Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA or credentials in a specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition. Ability to perform assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision.
- Certifications Registrations and/or Licenses: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
