Veterinary Nurse III- Anesthesia
Job no: 517354
Position type: Staff Full Time (USS)
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Division/Equivalent: 3670080010 Veterinary Medical Center
School/Unit: 3670080070 Veterinary Health Center
Categories: Veterinary Medicine
About This Role: |
The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Nurse III to join our dedicated Anesthesia team to help provide exemplary patient care. This position plays a vital role in providing clinical and anesthetic support for the veterinary staff in caring for patients in need of surgical procedures. This position provides advanced nursing care through engaging responsibilities such as premedication, anesthesia induction, level maintenance, and patient recovery from anesthesia. This position will also provide specialized support for oncology radiation therapy patients. Nurses are given the opportunity to advance their skillset through continuing education and various learning experiences. Working hours for Veterinary Nurses in this position will include daytime hours Monday-Friday. This position will also include some after-hours and weekend on-call/standby coverage. Excellent communication and leadership skills are utilized daily in this position. |
Why Join 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 and 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 |
We Support Diversity and Inclusion: |
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community. |
Worksite Options: |
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) and five years of relevant experience as a veterinary technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) after passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam. Preferred Qualifications:
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How to Apply: |
Please submit the following documents:
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Screening of Applications Begins: |
Immediately and continues until position is filled. |
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: |
$22.83-27.38 per hour |
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: |
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. |
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