Veterinary Technician 2: Emergency and Critical Care

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Veterinary Technician 2: Emergency and Critical Care position for the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Hospital in the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Vet Tech 2 performs duties specific to all technical service areas of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital including receiving, internal medicine, surgical procedures, anesthesia, specialty medicine, rural veterinary service, theriogenology, diagnostic imaging, critical care, plus after-hours and emergency duties, in addition to assisting and instructing students in basic veterinary techniques. Other service areas may be added as they are needed and as resources become available. The Vet Tech 2 provides optimal patient care and responds to emergency situations.

The Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine provides veterinary professional and graduate programs leading to the DVM and MS degrees, and operates the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The College budget (from all sources) approximates $16 million annually, which supports educational programs, veterinary medical and diagnostic public services, and research programs with broad impacts related to animal and human health. The College employs approximately 200 faculty and staff, plus student employees.

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides primary and referral health care for animals in Oregon and the region, participates in the education of veterinary students through clinical training, develops novel diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for veterinary care, and provides consultation service to practitioners and clients.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

Technicians may be assigned to any of the areas below with varying percentages depending on the needs of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Technicians may be required to provide coverage in any area of the hospital on an as-needed basis.

70% PATIENT CARE

GENERAL HOSPITAL / CLIENT SERVICES

GENERAL PATIENT CARE

INTERNAL MEDICINE

SURGERY

CARDIOLOGY

ONCOLOGY

CRITICAL CARE

ANESTHESIA

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING

30% STUDENT INSTRUCTION :

What We Require

Must have current certification as a Veterinary Technician and ability to obtain and maintain Oregon certification within six months of hire date AND , demonstrated experience in animal handling and restraint in a clinical setting, as well as demonstrated experience and knowledge of:

Drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care

Aseptic techniques, patient preparation and medical procedure assistance

Medical terminology

Operating room procedures

Anesthesia equipment and procedures

Record keeping procedures for patient charts

Animal anatomy and physiology

Lifesaving techniques for animals

Veterinary care procedures

Basic mathematics (including drug dosage and fluid rate calculation)

• General computer skills

Finalists for this position will be required to complete a criminal background history and motor vehicle background criteria form. Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. This position may require a valid driver license.

What You Will Need

• Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming team culture where individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences feel valued and respected.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate professionally with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and clients.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You To Have

• 2 or more years of experience providing medical care for small and/or large animals in a veterinary teaching hospital or veterinary clinic.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with small and/or large animals in all aspects of veterinary nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• These positions are located in an extremely busy Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• These positions may be exposed to noxious odors, infectious diseases, chemicals, gas anesthetics, radiation, loud noises, wet and slippery floors, and machinery.
• These positions have access to controlled substances and are responsible for administering controlled drugs and maintaining controlled drug logs.
• These positions will often be required to move, which may include lifting and/or carrying, up to 50 pounds, as well as pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 200 pounds.
• These positions require stooping, bending, and kneeling on hard floors as necessary to provide care to animals.
• Working with and around small and large animals has certain inherent risks. Animal handling and restraint can lead to injury. To minimize risk to employees in these positions, Oregon State University offers a rabies vaccination at the employer’s expense (acceptance/declination at the discretion of the appointee).
• These positions require overtime, evening, on-call, and/or weekend work.
• These positions are deemed essential. Employees in these positions may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency, and other University work curtailments or closures.

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/166828

Posting Number P05211CT

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/21/2025

Posting Date 04/01/2025

Full Consideration Date 04/10/2025

Closing Date 04/21/2025

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.