Veterinary Technician - Part Time

Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

We are seeking registered Veterinary Technicians who embrace their passion for animals. Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care for companion animals and livestock, we feature specialized treatment such as emergency medicine and critical care, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, ophthalmology, neurology, oncology, dermatology, cardiology and orthopedic surgery.

Veterinary Technician Job Responsibilities:

• Calm animal patients down
• Support the veterinarian during surgery or other procedures
• Monitor critically ill patients
• Conducts initial exam of animal taking vital signs, drawing blood and gathering medical histories. Collect specimens.
• Teach veterinary students
• Administers medication prescribed by a veterinarian
• Cleaning and organizing treatment and examination rooms
• Assist in research
• Prepare animals and equipment for surgical procedures
• Provide emergency first aid as necessary
• Care for animals in treatment
• Safely restrain animals for procedures
• Update animal patient medical records
• Educate animal owners on treatment plans, behavior changes, feeding, exercise and overall wellness for their animals

We currently have an opening in : Small Animal ICU

Newly graduated Veterinary Technicians start at $17/hour

Grade: GGS 6

University Title: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

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Part-time position, 20 hours per week, shift times to be discussed

Graduation from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program.

Licensure as a Registered Veterinary Technician in the State of Missouri, or eligibility to obtain Missouri Licensure within 6 months after start date.

Must have excellent communication skills, to interact with pet owners and veterinary staff. Must have an understanding of animal behavior and strong clinical skills in order to properly evaluate an animal’s condition and provide treatment. Must be detailed-oriented and well organized to take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics and update records. Enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and small pets.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

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