Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist ECC AS6464

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 22,041 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Gym access

13 paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital seeks a motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency/critical care team. The role involves assisting clinicians, caring for small animal patients, and supporting veterinary students during hands-on training.

As a full-time position, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, health and life insurance, retirement, 13 paid holidays, and access to OSU facilities.

Qualifications

• High School or GED completed by start date.
• Two years related experience as Veterinary Assistant or degree pathway as listed in the posting.
• Experience with vaccines/medications, IV placement, suturing, and diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assistance to professional staff and care for patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• Participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students and work with veterinary specialists.
• Contribute to high standard of client and patient care in the emergency/critical care area.

Skills

Animal care experience

Clinical procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology (AVMA accredited)

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences or related

DVM degree or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic imaging equipment

IV catheter placement equipment

Job description

Contact

Campus: OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email: Nancy Allen, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Shift work may include evenings, overnights, weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$16.00 - $35.00 per hour (Hourly)

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About This Position

The College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University is seeking an enthusiastic person with a passion for small animals. The Successful candidate will provide clinical assistance to professional staff and a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH). Candidates will have the opportunity to actively participate in one‑on‑one training of veterinary students, as well as work alongside veterinary specialists to provide clients and patients with the highest standard of care.

This is a full‑time position. Every full‑time employee receives a full benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement, 13 paid holidays (including one full week off around Christmas), paid annual and sick leave, and more. Employees also have free access to OSU's gym and fitness centers, employee assistance program, and free professional development through main campus's human resources department.

The VTH is a 145,000 square foot, full‑service veterinary teaching hospital providing 24 hour care for all domestic and selected exotic and wildlife species. The VTH admits more than 15,500 clinical cases per year and hospitalizes 5-8 ICU cases per day. Our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, MRI, CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, 24‑hour access to full clinical pathology lab, oxygen cages, pulse oximetry, capnography, I‑Stat point‑of‑care testing, telemetry, blood pressure and central venous pressure monitoring, Pleur‑Evac suction units, and ventilator therapy. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to interact with 20 small animal specialists, as well as a supportive group of interns and residents. If you are interested in pursuing your VTS, this is the place to work!

This position is in the emergency/critical care area of the hospital.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Veterinary Assistant: Two years related experience; or Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program with two years related experience; or Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related area; or DVM degree or equivalent.

Veterinary Technician I: Registered Veterinary Technician or completed Associate degree in Veterinary Technology and will sit for the Oklahoma State Board of Examiner's technician certifying exam and obtain Iicensure within 120 days of hire. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Veterinary Technician II: Three years' experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA accredited teaching hospital, or large, multi‑clinician private veterinary practice. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Veterinary Technician III: Six years' experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA accredited teaching hospital, or large, multi‑clinician private veterinary practice. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Senior Veterinary Technician: Eight years' experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA accredited teaching hospital, or large, multi‑clinician private veterinary practice with greater than one year experience within a specific specialty. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Veterinary Technician Specialist I: Registered Veterinary Technician. Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA; or have credentials in specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Veterinary Technician Specialist II: Five years of experience as Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA; or have credentials in a specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition. Experience with procedures such as administering vaccines/medications, placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters, suturing skin incisions/applying casts, EKG/Ultrasound/other diagnostic imaging/monitoring, inducing anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous injection, etc.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge

• Experience in restraint of small and large animals, administering injections, and placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters is essential. Must have knowledge of equipment used within VTH including, but not limited to: personal computer, telephone, copy machine, laser, video endoscope, diagnostic lab equipment, camera/video camera, electrodiagnostic equipment, etc. Must be physically capable of lifting animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into elevated cages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Veterinary Technology
• Five years experience as a Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA or credentials in a specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition. Ability to perform assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).