Veterinary Assistant - Small Animal ICU

The purpose of this position is to provide assistance to VHC veterinarians and service Registered Veterinary Technicians in the performance of their duties. This position will provide patient care support, maintain area cleanliness and equipment u...

  • 519154
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Veterinary Health Center
  • Temporary Part-time
  • Opening on: Feb 14 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team to help facilitate exemplary patient care in the Small Animal ICU. This position will provide assistance to VHC veterinarians and veterinary nurses in the performance of their duties. This will include providing patient care support, maintaining area cleanliness and equipment upkeep, stocking of service supplies, and ensuring accuracy of medical records. Working hours will be part-time and will primarily provide weekend coverage in the Small Animal ICU.

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.

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:

  • High school diploma
  • One year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two or more years of experience as a veterinary assistant providing patient care.
  • Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary medical equipment.
  • Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals.
  • Willingness to master new techniques.

Other Requirements:

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

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

  • $15.50 per hour

 

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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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