What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician, Equine (cross-posted with Veterinary Assistant, position at University of Missouri-Columbia?
Hiring Department
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
This position is cross-posted with Veterinary Assistant, Job ID : 54096. Only one opening will be filled.
Job Description
The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to inclusively educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists from diverse backgrounds, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover and Serve.
Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to the Veterinary Health Center for specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment that includes an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging techniques, and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic equipment, we are a center for animal healthcare.
We are seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Equine service . Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services, including ambulatory services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care, we feature cutting edge surgical and intensive lifesaving medical care.
Job responsibilities will vary depending on clinic need, and could include :
- medication administration
- lameness exams
- foal care
- emergency care
- dentals
- ophtho
- radiology
- surgical tech
- sedation
- venipuncture
- assistance with ambulatory calls
This position requires on-call emergency duty and includes heavy lifting and physical work.
Shift
This position is a full-time, 40 hour a week position. Primary hours are Monday through Friday, between 8a to 5p. Additional there are a on-call emergency rotations that include evenings and weekends.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Successful candidates will exhibit the following skills and core competencies :
Anticipated Hiring Range
Hiring range begins at $19.00 per hour for new graduates without a license and $20.00 per hour for those with a license. Additional there is on-call compensation.
Grade : GGS-006
University Title : Veterinary Technician
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Hiring incentives of up to $1,000.00 for qualified individuals.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Salary : $19 - $20
