Veterinary Nurse I Intern – Small Animal

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 20,059 - 28,569; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 vacation days

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Montgomery County Maryland is offering a Veterinary Nurse I (Limited Term) Intern position in Manhattan, Kansas, providing professional growth opportunities through defined specialty areas in the Veterinary Health Center.

This role requires a two-year accredited college program in animal or veterinary technology, emphasizing skills in veterinary medical concepts and interpersonal communication. The position offers an hourly pay of $17.65 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year college program in animal or veterinary technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
• Knowledge of basic and emergent veterinary medical concepts.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary support in specialty areas.
• Enhance employee marketability for private practice.
• Assist with obtaining post-graduate experience.

Skills

Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

Two-year college program in animal/veterinary technology

Job description

About This Role

This Veterinary Nurse I (Limited Term) Intern position provides an opportunity for professional growth in the Veterinary Health Center. An outstanding graduate veterinary nurse will be selected to obtain high quality, enhanced technical experience and training through employment in defined specialty areas. The objective of this position is to enhance employee marketability for private practice and/or assist with obtaining two years of post‑graduate experience to qualify for future Nurse II openings in the VHC.

Why Join Us

The Veterinary Health Center is a teaching hospital that offers routine, emergency, and specialty care services. The VHC strives to provide exceptional care for patients from high‑quality routine healthcare to state‑of‑the‑art advanced therapy for seriously ill patients. The Veterinary Health Center is located in Manhattan, Kansas and is a vibrant college community with a population of over 55,000 in the Flint Hills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary), health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans. Please visit: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html for details.

Worksite Options

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year college program in animal or veterinary technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic and emergent veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and animal husbandry.
• Knowledge of operating room sterile technique.
• Ability to multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to perform diagnostic procedures.
• Willing and able to master new techniques.
• Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks.
• Ability to work in high intensity environment.
• Skilled in time management.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication.
• Skilled in written communication.
• Skilled in basic computer skills.

Other Requirements

• Must be a registered paraprofessional under the authority of the Kansas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners within six months of employment.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact information for three professional references

Application Window

Closes July 8, 2026.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$17.65 per hour