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Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Specialist - ECC 632670

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, United States


About This Position
Instruct and assist year‑four professional veterinary students. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory in clinical areas. Provide high‑quality veterinary technical assistance in several clinics and departments of the VTH including small animal medicine and surgery, small animal ICU, equine medicine and surgery, food animal medicine and surgery, etc.

Required Qualifications

High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before the 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.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: 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 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.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS).

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