Veterinary Nurse I, II, or III – Small Animal Internal Medicine

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rAbout This Role:

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary
Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Nurse I, II, or III to join our
dedicated Small Animal Internal Medicine team to help facilitate
exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position
assists in the performing of technical work and provides support in the
treatment of patients, as well as the maintaining of patient care areas,
including regular sanitization and organization. Other responsibilities
include monitoring patient care, compiling medical records, and
assisting veterinary students in learning new tasks. Working hours for
this position will include Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with a rotating
on-call schedule.

This is limited term 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
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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
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Worksite Options:

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

What Youll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

– For a Veterinary Nurse I: Completion of a two-year college program
in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American
Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
– For a Veterinary Nurse II: Completion of a two-year college program
in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American
Veterinary Medical Association and two years of relevant experience.
– For a Veterinary Nurse III: Completion of a two-year college program
in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American
Veterinary Medical Association and five years of relevant experience
as a veterinary technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) after passing the
Veterinary Technician National Exam.

Preferred Qualifications:

– Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and
animal husbandry.
– Knowledge of standard emergency veterinary medical procedures.
– Post-graduate experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
– Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
– Ability to perform diagnostic procedures.
– Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures.
– Ability to priori ize daily tasks.
– Willing and able to master new techniques.
– Ability to work in a high intensity environment.
– Skilled in time management.
– Skilled in written and interpersonal communication.
– Skilled in basic computer skills.

Other Requirements:

– Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
at the time of employment.
– The College of Veterinary Medicine requires that new hires must
obtain a Kansas license as a Veterinary Technician within 6 months
of employment. Advancing staff must have obtained their Kansas
license as a Veterinary Technician prior to advancement.

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:

$17.65-$32.24 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants
will rece