Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MSU - Michigan State University Veterinary Medical Center in East Lansing seeks a Veterinary Assistant for the Large Animal unit to assist clinicians, monitor patients, restrain large animals and prepare lab samples.

The role requires a high school diploma, 6–12 months of veterinary practice experience, strong animal handling, and basic computer skills; weekend and night shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• 6–12 months veterinary practice experience preferred.
• Experience with large animals is a plus.
• Ability to type and use basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians, veterinary technicians and students with patient care.
• Monitor patients for temperature, pulse and respiration; manage IV fluids.
• Walk and restrain large animals; jog horses as needed.
• Clean ward areas, stock supplies, and process lab samples & medication orders.

Skills

Horse handling

Equine behavior

Record keeping

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Working/Functional Title

Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

Position Summary

Provide assistance with patient care for animals in the Large Animal unit of the Veterinary Medical Center Hospital; assists clinicians, veterinary technicians and clinical students by monitoring patients for temperature, pulse and respiration, IV fluid administrative, etc.; walking animals outside, jogging horses, restraining all large animal species; cleaning ward areas, stocking supplies, processing and submission of lab samples and medication orders; entering information in the hospital information system.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; six months to one year of related work experience in a veterinary practice, maintaining accurate records, typing and basic computer skills; experience with horse handling or equine behavior; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Self motivated individual with a strong understanding of large animal species, including handling, jogging and restraint.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter

Resume

Three professional references

Work Hours

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 7pm-5am

Website

CVM.MSU.EDU

Summary of Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs individually or up to 150lbs as a team.

Summary of Health Risks

Potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium Bovis. Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue. Wears respirator(does
not include paper dust mask worn for comfort)

Bidding eligibility ends May 26, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.