Veterinary Assist/Tech/Spclst - Internal Med

Position Details

Req ID:

req17632

Position Title:

Veterinary Assist/Tech/Spclst - Internal Med

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

633638

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

OKLA VETERNY MEDCL TEACHING HOSP

Location Address:

Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK USA

Hiring Supervisor:

Heather Yates

Hiring Range:

(Contingent upon available funding):

13.00 - 26.60, Hourly

Work Schedule:

M-F 8 am to 5 pm (hours may vary)

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Instruct and assist-fourth year professional veterinary students. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory in clinical areas.

Must have excellent technical capabilities as well as time-management, communication (both written and oral) and organizational skills. Must be able to employ critical thinking, prioritize tasks and work in a team environment. Self-motivation is essential to expand upon knowledge and education of advanced small animal diseases including diagnostic and treatment options. Provide high quality veterinary technical assistance in several small animal VTH services including internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, community practice, theriogenology, oncology, and exotic animal medicine.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach resume and three references

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

High school/GED and 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.

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 degree in Veterinary technology and 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. Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).

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