Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist 631964 LA ICU

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University seeks an enthusiastic person with a passion for large animals. The successful candidate will provide clinical assistance to professional staff and a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH). The position offers opportunities to participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students and work alongside veterinary specialists to provide clients and patients with a high standard of care.

This is a full-time position in the large animal ICU with varying shifts and hours. Shift differentials are available for non-traditional shifts. The VTH is a 145,000-square-foot, full-service veterinary teaching hospital providing 24-hour care for domestic and selected exotic and wildlife species. It admits more than 15,500 clinical cases per year and hospitalizes 5–8 ICU cases per day. The hospital has a range of diagnostic and patient-care equipment, including digital radiography, MRI, CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, clinical pathology laboratory access, oxygen cages, monitoring equipment, suction units, and ventilator therapy. Employees may interact with veterinary specialists, interns, and residents. The position may be suitable for someone interested in pursuing a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, conferred by the agreed start date.
• Veterinary Assistant: High school diploma or GED and two years of experience.
• Veterinary Technician I: Registered Veterinary Technician or completed associate degree in veterinary technology, and sit for the Oklahoma State Board of Examiner's technician certifying exam and obtain licensure within 120 days of hire.
• Veterinary Technician II: Three years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA-accredited teaching hospital or large, multi-clinician private veterinary practice.
• Veterinary Technician III: Six years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA-accredited teaching hospital or large, multi-clinician private veterinary practice.
• Senior Veterinary Technician: Eight years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician or equivalent at an AVMA-accredited teaching hospital or large, multi-clinician private veterinary practice, including more than one year of experience in a specific specialty.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist I: Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA, or credentials in a specialty the VTH defines as meriting recognition.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist II: Meet all requirements for Veterinary Technician Specialist I and have five years of experience as a Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA, or credentials in a specialty the VTH defines as meriting recognition.
• Experience restraining small and large animals, administering injections, and placing peripheral, central, and urinary catheters.
• Knowledge of VTH equipment, including personal computers, telephones, copy machines, lasers, video endoscopes, diagnostic laboratory equipment, cameras/video cameras, and electrodiagnostic equipment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Comply with the mandatory rabies pre-exposure vaccine program.
• Be physically capable of lifting animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into elevated cages.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Five years of experience as a Veterinary Technician Specialist recognized by NAVTA or credentials in a specialty the VTH defines as meriting recognition.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assistance to professional staff.
• Provide a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• Participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students.
• Work alongside veterinary specialists to support care for clients and patients.
• Restrain small and large animals, administer injections, and place peripheral, central, and urinary catheters.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement benefits.
• 13 paid holidays, including one full week off around Christmas.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Free access to OSU gym and fitness centers.
• Employee assistance program.
• Free professional development through the main campus human resources department.
• Shift differentials for non-traditional shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED