Veterinary Technician 2: Veterinary Clinical Sciences
About The Position
Oregon State University’s Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring one full-time Veterinary Technician 2. The position performs duties across service areas of the Veterinary Hospital, with an emphasis on the Student Teaching Laboratory. The technician assists and instructs veterinary students in basic veterinary techniques and various surgical procedures, and may occasionally work overtime. The position is located in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine’s Student Teaching Laboratory. It is a full-time, 9-month position scheduled Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The position is deemed essential, and the incumbent is expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergencies, and other University work curtailments or closures. Starting salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience; the stated salary range is $28.75 to $44.00.
Requirements
- Hold current certification as a Veterinary Technician and be able to obtain and maintain Oregon certification within six months of hire.
- Demonstrated experience handling and restraining animals in a clinical setting.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of aseptic techniques, patient preparation, and medical procedure assistance.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of operating room procedures.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of anesthesia equipment and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of patient-chart record-keeping procedures.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of lifesaving techniques for animals.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of veterinary care procedures.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of basic mathematics, including drug dosage and fluid-rate calculation.
- General computer skills.
- Possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in the state of residence and successfully complete a motor vehicle history check.
- Successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined position qualified.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience providing medical care for small and/or large animals in a veterinary teaching hospital or veterinary clinic.
- Extensive knowledge and experience working with small and/or large animals in all aspects of veterinary nursing.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques.
- A demonstrable commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
Responsibilities
- Assist and instruct veterinary students in basic veterinary techniques.
- Assist with various surgical procedures on different animal species.
- Provide general patient care.
- Prepare for and clean up after student laboratories.
- Perform duties specific to service areas throughout the Veterinary Hospital.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
