Wae - Veterinary Technician 1, 2, Or 3 - Large Animal

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Not specified; not specified; benefits include hea...
Expertise in handling livestock and large animals
Ability to instruct veterinary students on safe handling
Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays
The Large Animal Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, requiring staff to provide continuous technical veterinary support

Job Summary

  • The Large Animal Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, requiring staff to provide continuous technical veterinary support.
  • Employees must possess expertise in handling potentially dangerous large animals and be able to instruct veterinary students on proper safety procedures.
  • LSU offers outstanding benefits including health, life, dental, vision insurance, retirement options, and tuition exemptions for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The Large Animal Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, requiring staff to provide continuous technical veterinary support.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits include health, life, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, wellness, and tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expertise in handling livestock and large animals
  • Ability to instruct veterinary students on safe handling
  • Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Capability to lift more than 50 pounds
  • Adherence to infection control and biosecurity protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Professional interaction with clients
  • Experience with equine blood donors
  • Teaching experience for new technicians
  • Emergency response activation readiness

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in veterinary technology OR equivalent experience
  • CVT, RVT, or LVT certification preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience for Technician 1
  • Valid U.S. work authorization required at time of hire

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization

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