Specialist 632471

Oklahoma State University•Stillwater, OK

72d•$16 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for enthusiastic registered veterinary technicians or veterinary assistants with a passion for emergency and critical care. Successful candidates will provide clinical assistance to professional staff and a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH). Candidates will have the opportunity to actively participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students, as well as work alongside veterinary specialists to provide clients and patients with the highest standard of care. This is a full-time position with varying shifts and hours. Shift differentials are available for non-traditional shifts. Every full-time employee receives a full benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement, 13 paid holidays (including one full week off around Christmas/New Year’s), paid annual and sick leave, and more. You also have free access to OSU’s gym and fitness centers, employee assistance program, and free professional development through main campus’s human resources department.

Requirements

High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
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 animals, administering injections, and placement of IV (peripheral, central, and urinary) catheters is essential.
Knowledge of equipment used within VTH including, but not limited to: personal computer, telephone, copy machine, diagnostic lab equipment, electrodiagnostic equipment, and ECG, etc.
Physically capable of lifting animals weighing 50 pounds or greater onto exam tables and into elevated cages.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Veterinary Technology
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).

Responsibilities

Provide clinical assistance to professional staff.
Administer a variety of treatments to patients admitted to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH).
Actively participate in one-on-one training of veterinary students.
Work alongside veterinary specialists to provide clients and patients with the highest standard of care.