Large Animal Veterinary Tech - Night ICU

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,850 - 40,151; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Nursing Technician for the Large Animal Clinic at Virginia Tech. The role involves providing nursing care to large animal patients while assisting clinical faculty and students. Candidates should possess knowledge of large animal anatomy and proficiency in sophisticated medical equipment.

Starting salary is $36,501, with eligibility for overtime. Preferred candidates have a licensing expectation as a Veterinary Technician and experience in a veterinary medical setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to convey information to various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of CPR and animal restraint methods.
• Must be able to safely handle and move 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to all patients in the Large Animal Clinic.
• Assist clinical faculty, residents, and interns in patient care.
• Be on call for varying shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Emergency decision-making

Animal handling

Knowledge of large animal anatomy

Veterinary pharmaceuticals

Experience with IV pumps and monitors

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician or enrolled in program

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscopes

IV pumps

Nebulizer

Job description

Job Description

Provides basic and intensive nursing care to all patients of all services admitted for treatment to the Large Animal Clinic of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Provides technical assistance to clinical faculty, residents, interns, and senior veterinary students concerning all aspects of patient care, animal handling and the application and use of specialized diagnostic and medical equipment. Subject to work and/or be on call for varying shifts, days of the week, weekends and holidays. Assist in other areas as directed by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Ability to receive and convey information and instructions to senior veterinary students, clinical faculty, and technical staff. Recognize needs and establish priorities, care and concern for large animal patients. Be able to make sound emergency decisions concerning the health and safety of both humans and animals. Restrain and administer drugs and pharmaceuticals by all acceptable routes of administration to large animals. Knowledge of: large animal anatomy, physiology and etiology; knowledge of CPR and animal restraint methods; considerable experience handling large farm animals, proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and application of sophisticated medical equipment; IV pumps, heart monitors, centrifuge, ultrasound laser, incubator, endoscopes, hoists, slings, nebulizer, and glucometer. Must be able to safely move and handle 75 pounds. Must be able to tolerate rabies prophylaxis.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed or eligible for license as a Veterinary Technician within the State of Virginia, or enrolled in an accredited Licensed Veterinary Technician Program, expectation to complete within 18 to 36 months. Knowledge of basic nursing skills, veterinary pharmaceuticals, the application and operation of sophisticated surgical, medical, and diagnostic equipment. Knowledge of large animal surgical and medical procedures, anatomy, etiology and physiology. Experience at working in a veterinary medical setting. Experience in a large animal practice environment, ability to work well with others in an academic setting.

Pay Band

3; Salary

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at $36,501, commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

06/16/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

EEO Statement

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.