Large Animal Veterinary Nurse I
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Job no: 998877
Work type: Support Staff
Personnel Sub Area: CT- Clerical Tech.
Pay Grade: 10
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Veterinary/Animal Care, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Working/Functional Title
Large Animal Veterinary Nurse
Position Summary
Provide patient care for ill and injured animals in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position will work in the Large Animal Clinic; instructs and demonstrates techniques to students; assists students veterinary nurses and veterinarians in their work; maintains supplies, equipment and cleanliness of hospital areas. Working hours are four 10-hour days, first shift on Friday through Monday.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software, May require experience in a veterinary hospital research setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
6-12 months as a veterinary technician in an educational setting; experience in Large Animal medicine.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume, Cover Letter and three Professional References
Work Hours
Friday - Monday 7am-5pm
Website
WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting up to 50 pounds individually, with ability to also do share lifts for larger animals
Carrying medical equipment to stalls and examination rooms
Pushing medical equipment or animals to other units within hospital
Summary of Health Risks
Potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis.
Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).
Bidding eligibility ends November 5, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.
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Applications close: Eastern Standard Time
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