Veterinary Technician - Teaching Hospital Instructor

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University seeks a Veterinary Technician 2 to support the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine. You will instruct students in basic veterinary techniques, care for patients, assist in surgeries, and prepare labs in the Student Teaching Laboratory.

The role is full-time and essential, with overtime possible. Starting salary is commensurate with skills and experience; position requires current VT certification and Oregon certification eligibility within six months, plus background

Qualifications

• Must have current Veterinary Technician certification and ability to obtain Oregon certification within six months of hire.
• Experience with animal handling and restraint in a clinical setting; knowledge of drugs, aseptic techniques and patient prep.
• Criminal history and motor vehicle checks may be required as per university policy.

Responsibilities

• Student Instruction in veterinary techniques for students.
• General Patient Care within the Veterinary Hospital services.
• Perform various surgical procedures on different animal species.
• Prepare and clean up for student laboratories.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Instruction delivery

Education

Veterinary Technician certification

Oregon certification eligibility within 6 months

Job description

Oregon State University seeks a Veterinary Technician 2 to support the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine. You will instruct students in basic veterinary techniques, care for patients, assist in surgeries, and prepare labs in the Student Teaching Laboratory.

The role is full-time and essential, with overtime possible. Starting salary is commensurate with skills and experience; position requires current VT certification and Oregon certification eligibility within six months, plus background