Veterinary AssistantTechnicianSpecialist 632471

OSU-Stillwater

Nancy Allen

Shift work could include days/evenings/overnights/weekends

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

$16.00 - $35.00 shift differential pay

Hourly

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to ensure full consideration.

For full consideration please include a resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

This position is for enthusiastic registered veterinary technicians or veterinary assistants with a passion for emergency and critical care. Successful candidates will provide clinical assistance to professional staff and a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH). Candidates will have the opportunity to actively participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students as well as work alongside veterinary specialists to provide clients and patients with the highest standard of care.

This is a full-time position with varying shifts and hours. Shift differentials are available for non-traditional shifts. Every full-time employee receives a full benefits package that includes health insurance life insurance retirement 13 paid holidays (including one full week off around Christmas/New Years) paid annual and sick leave and more. You also have free access to OSUs gym and fitness centers employee assistance program and free professional development through main campuss human resources department.

• 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 an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program with two years related experience; or Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related area; or DVM degree or equivalent.

Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:

Experience in restraint of small animals administering injections and placement of IV (peripheral central and urinary) catheters is essential. Must have knowledge of equipment used within VTH including but not limited to: personal computer telephone copy machine diagnostic lab equipment electrodiagnostic equipment and ECG etc. Must be physically capable of lifting animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into elevated cages.

• 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).