Animal Care Technician - Team-Driven, On-Call Support

Argenta; Oakland (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Argenta, MVS is currently looking to fill an Animal Care Technician role at our Oakland, NE location. The successful candidate will be responsible for daily animal care, data collection, and coordinating with veterinarians to support study protocols.

You will work with both large and small animals, operate routine equipment, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on animal well-being and accurate documentation. This role is on-site and requires physical capability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience working with animals; large and small.
• Experience with large farm equipment/machinery.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain composure.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Dependability, flexibility and ability to multitask.
• On-call availability including weekends.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Clean and perform daily chores under the direction of senior staff and veterinarians.
• Collect research data and samples in accordance with study protocols and Good Documentation Practices.
• Assist veterinarians in observations and procedures and inform veterinarians if abnormalities are observed.
• Promote and maintain the well-being of animals including feeding and basic care.
• Repair, maintain and operate equipment/machinery.
• Perform administrative duties that support the care of animals and site functions.
• Responsible for recording information both timely and accurately.
• Build relationships with key individuals and contributors in the organization and beyond.

Skills

Animal care experience

Team player

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Argenta, MVS is currently looking to fill an Animal Care Technician role at our Oakland, NE location. The successful candidate will be responsible for daily animal care, data collection, and coordinating with veterinarians to support study protocols.

You will work with both large and small animals, operate routine equipment, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on animal well-being and accurate documentation. This role is on-site and requires physical capability.