Vet Nurse II-Small Animal Emergency

This position provides veterinary support and performs semi-routine tasks in the Small Animal Emergency Care section of the Veterinary Health Center at Kansas State University. Employee provides assistance in the care of patients through independe...

  • 518648
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Veterinary Health Center
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Dec 6 2024
  • On-site

About This Role

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated Small Animal Emergency team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This employee provides assistance in the care of patients through independently performing technical procedures and administering treatments. Other responsibilities include training of students and employees on various tasks, monitoring medical records, and collaboration with colleagues to meet patient care standards. Shifts for this position may vary depending on department needs, however, typical working hours will include Saturday-Sunday from 12am-12pm, and Monday-Tuesday from 12am-8am.

About Us

The Veterinary Health Center is a teaching hospital that offers routine, emergency, and specialty care services. The VHC strives to provide exceptional care for patients from high-quality routine healthcare to state-of-the-art advanced therapy for seriously ill patients. The Veterinary Health Center is located in Manhattan, Kansas which is a vibrant college community with a population of over 55,000 in the Flint Hills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary), health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans. To see what benefits are available, please visit: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html

Worksite Option

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
  • Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and animal husbandry.
  • Advanced knowledge of nursing care, service flow, and section requirements.
  • Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals.
  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to perform diagnostic procedures.
  • Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment.
  • Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures.
  • Ability to work in high intensity environment.
  • Skilled in time management and prioritizing daily tasks.
  • Skilled in interpersonal communication, written and oral.
  • Skilled in basic computer skills.
  • Ability to train other employees.
  • Be willing to master new techniques.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Contact information for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

  • $19.28 per hour

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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