Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist to support veterinary students and assist in clinical tasks. The role involves manual labor and handling of animals, requiring physical strength and relevant experience. Join a dedicated team in a dynamic environment with potential for career development.

Qualifications

• Two years related experience or relevant degree required.
• Experience in animal restraint and IV catheter placement.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and assist veterinary students in clinical areas.
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory.
• Provide veterinary technical assistance in various clinics.

Skills

Animal Restraint

Injection Administration

IV Catheter Placement

Education

High School/GED

Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Tools

Diagnostic Lab Equipment

Video Endoscope

Electrodiagnostic Equipment

Job description

Position Details

Req ID: req19627

Position Title: Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Position Number: AS8980

OSU Campus: Stillwater

Department: Okla Veterny Medcl Teaching Hosp

Location Address: 2065 W Farm Rd, Stillwater, OK 74078 USA

Hiring Supervisor: Mayte Aleman

Hiring Range: (Contingent upon available funding): 16.00 - 35.00, Hourly

Work Schedule: Shift work (may include overnight, weekend, holiday)

Faculty Appointment Period:

Job Summary:

Instruct and assist year-four professional veterinary students. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory in clinical areas. Provide high-quality veterinary technical assistance in several clinics/departments of the VTH including equine medicine and surgery, food animal medicine and surgery, etc. All other duties as assigned. This position involves heavy manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Must be capable of lifting animals onto exam tables and into elevated cages. Promotional opportunities may be available through an established career development plan. Shift differentials are available. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation.

Exposure and Safety:

• Exposure to animal diseases transmissible to humans.
• Subject to animal scratches or bites.
• Exposure to chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medical waste, animal feces, urine, blood, vomit, and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic drugs.
• Loud noises related to animals are routine.
• Must comply with mandatory rabies pre-exposure vaccination program.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach resume and three references.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• High School/GED
• Two years related experience; or Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited program with two years related experience; or Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences or related area; or DVM degree or equivalent.
• Experience in restraint of small and large animals, administering injections, and placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters.
• Knowledge of equipment used within VTH including computers, telephones, copy machines, laser, video endoscope, diagnostic lab equipment, cameras, electrodiagnostic equipment, etc.
• Physical ability to lift animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into cages.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in veterinary technology.
• Five years' experience as a Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA or credentials in a specialty.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).

OSU conducts pre-employment background checks and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination based on race, religion, age, sex, disability, or veteran status.