Small Animal Vet Tech & Mentor - VTS Track

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid annual and sick leave

Gym access

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Oklahoma State University (OSU) College of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) seeks an enthusiastic veterinary technician to support professionals and care for small animal patients. You will train veterinary students one‑on‑one and work with specialists to deliver the highest standard of care.

The role is full‑time with a comprehensive benefits package. OSU provides 24‑hour care, modern equipment, and collaboration with 20 small animal specialists.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED at start date.
• Two years’ experience for Veterinary Assistant.
• RVT or associate degree with licensure within 120 days for Technician I.
• Three years’ experience for Technician II.
• Six years’ experience for Technician III.
• Eight years’ experience for Senior Technician.
• RVT and VTS credentials recognized by NAVTA.
• NAVTA-recognized Specialist credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and assist year-four veterinary students.
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory.
• Provide high quality veterinary technical assistance in the Small Animal unit of the VTH.
• Assist other areas within the small animal section as needed.

Skills

Animal restraint

IV catheter placement

Giving injections

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in veterinary technology

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Tools

Diagnostic lab equipment

Endoscope

Video camera

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Oklahoma State University (OSU) College of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) seeks an enthusiastic veterinary technician to support professionals and care for small animal patients. You will train veterinary students one‑on‑one and work with specialists to deliver the highest standard of care.

The role is full‑time with a comprehensive benefits package. OSU provides 24‑hour care, modern equipment, and collaboration with 20 small animal specialists.