Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist SA Specialty AS6348

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

Campus: OSU-Stillwater

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

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Appointment Length: Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range: $16.00 - $35.00

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.

About This Position

The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) at Oklahoma State University (OSU) is seeking an enthusiastic person with a passion for small animals. Successful candidate will provide clinical assistance to professional staff and a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the 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. This includes 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. 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!

Responsibilities

This position primarily works in Small Animal and has the following responsibilities:

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

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Veterinary Assistant - High school/GED with two years’ experience.
• 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 licensure within 120 days of hire.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist I - Registered Veterinary Technician. Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA; or have credentials in specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist II - Must meet all requirements of Veterinary Technician Specialist I. Five years of experience as Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA; or have credentials in specialty that VTH defines as meriting recognition.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

Post-secondary education may substitute for years of required experience.

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 of experience as Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA; or have credentials in 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).