Veterinary Technician | Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Washington State University; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance

Retirement and deferred compensation

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University is looking for Veterinary Specialists 2/3 to provide veterinary technical support in the College of Veterinary Medicine. Candidates will assist during examinations, surgeries, and with teaching responsibilities in a lab setting.

The position offers competitive salaries ranging from $4,542 to $6,576 monthly, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or licensure in veterinary technology, plus one year of experience for Veterinary Specialist 2.
• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience, with specific veterinary credentials for Veterinary Specialist 3.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary technical support during examinations and procedures.
• Assist in lab setup and teaching of DVM students.

Skills

Veterinary technician certification

Animal handling

Teaching experience

Laboratory animal care

Education

Associate degree in animal technology or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a medical, biological, or allied field

Job description

Position Title

Veterinary Specialist 2 / Veterinary Specialist 3 (Classified) – Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Washington State University.

The Opportunity

Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring multiple Veterinary Technicians. The role provides veterinary technical support and assists during examination, diagnostic procedures, induction, anesthesia, surgery, and recovery of live animals in the CVM professional degree program laboratory teaching unit. The technician will also assist with lab setup, teaching, and tear‑down for the professional degree program, teach DVM students, and communicate with faculty and staff regarding laboratory curriculum and procurement of animals for the teaching program. Successful candidates will begin as either a Veterinary Specialist 2 or Veterinary Specialist 3 based on experience.

Position Details

Full time (100 % FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary

Veterinary Specialist 2: $4,542 to $6,107 (Range 50, Steps A‑M)

Veterinary Specialist 3: $4,882 to $6,576 (Range 53, Steps A‑M)

Benefits

The university offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation; optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications

Veterinary Specialist 2

• Associate degree from an accredited school of animal technology, or registration, certification or licensure in an animal or veterinary technician field and one year full‑time experience as a Veterinary Specialist 1; or equivalent education/experience.
• Must meet the required criteria (WAC 246-935-060) to be eligible to sit for the Washington State veterinary technician exam and must pass the exam the first time it is available.

Veterinary Specialist 3

• Bachelor’s degree in a medical, biological, or allied field, and two years of applicable experience; or graduation from a two‑year veterinary technician program, and two years of working experience with laboratory animals, with at least six months directing the work of others; or equivalent education/experience.
• Licensed veterinary technician at time of hire.
• Graduation from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)-accredited school in veterinary technology.
• Licensure as a veterinary technician in another state.
• Must meet the required criteria (WAC 246-935-060) to be eligible to sit for the Washington State veterinary technician exam and must pass the exam the first time it is available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience training and teaching students, interns, and residents in a specialty clinic setting.
• Experience working in a small animal and large animal veterinary setting.
• Veterinary Specialist 3: 5 years of experience working with laboratory animals or in a veterinary clinic setting.

Background Check

This position requires a background check due to access to children or vulnerable adults, law enforcement engagement, security clearance, or other business‑related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

EEO Statement

Washington State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. WSU does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.