Veterinarian Technician

Christensen Farms•Sleepy Eye, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Veterinarian Technician is responsible for working under the direction and day-to-day supervision of the company veterinarian. This position supports both production and non-production operations to ensure animal health objectives are achieved. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to build expertise in animal health, biosecurity, and herd care while making a direct impact on the wellbeing of the animals and the success of farm operations. The person in this role will serve as a key partner in supporting diagnostic work, strengthening health protocols, maintaining accurate records, and helping drive continuous improvement across the system.

Requirements

Knowledge of swine biology, disease diagnosis, and treatment protocols.
Strong attention to detail, especially in data recording and understanding how health decisions affect the herd.
Ability to coordinate effectively with veterinarians and farm managers.
Certification or Degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Technology or related field.
3-5+ years of commercial swine or large-animal veterinary experience preferred.
Proven experience, being self-motivated, detail-oriented and taking initiative.
Experience with post-mortem, ante-mortem sample collection and knowledge of common clinical symptoms preferred.
Ability to manage multiple inputs and understand how they connect and affect decision making relative to biosecurity, pig movement, and regulatory requirements.
Exhibit strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate clear and concise exchange of information within the team across departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring mutual understanding of tasks and objectives.
Possess personal organization and time management skills with the ability to adapt and function effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Nice To Haves

bilingual (Spanish) speaking
swine production knowledge
ability to operate a trailer
livestock handling experience
PQA Plus Certification
knowledge of CF system flow including gilt flow and sow farm downstream

Responsibilities

Work closely with the health team to perform diagnostic testing, including blood, tissue, and rope testing, as well as serum collection and other herd health activities.
Enforce farm sanitation protocols and biosecurity measures to help prevent disease outbreaks. This may include training farm staff, develop new protocols, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across the system.
Maintain accurate health records, including diagnostic data, vaccination records, and tracking the implementation of new protocols.
Collect, submit, and assist with the delivery of live viral vaccines as needed.
Assist with and conduct biosecurity inspections, biosecurity assessments, and filtration testing upon request.
Work with Logistics to coordinate schedules for routine sampling required for pig movements when requested.