Large Animal Vet Assistant - Equine & Livestock Care

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days + PTO

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Veterinary Health Center in Manhattan seeks a Veterinary Assistant for large animal care, providing technical assistance for equine, livestock, and field services. You will assist with treatments, monitor 4th-year students, and help maintain the EMR and barn cleanliness. Working Thu-Sat, 8am-8pm, on-site.

This role emphasizes patient care and client service, requiring one year of relevant experience and a high school diploma; sponsorship isn’t provided.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• One year of relevant experience.
• Combination of education and experience may suffice.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for equine, livestock, and field services.
• Coordinate veterinary care for client, teaching and research patients.
• Monitor 4th year students and enter data into the EMR.
• Stocking and cleanliness of the large animal barn as needed.
• Coordinate animal treatments and diagnostics with the supervising DVM.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kansas State University’s Veterinary Health Center in Manhattan seeks a Veterinary Assistant for large animal care, providing technical assistance for equine, livestock, and field services. You will assist with treatments, monitor 4th-year students, and help maintain the EMR and barn cleanliness. Working Thu-Sat, 8am-8pm, on-site.

This role emphasizes patient care and client service, requiring one year of relevant experience and a high school diploma; sponsorship isn’t provided.