Veterinary Technician1, 2, Or 3-food Animal

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Not specified; benefits: health, life, dental, vis...
Expertise in handling livestock
Safe restraint of large animals
Adherence to infection control protocols
The position requires providing technical veterinary support to faculty, house officers, and students within a 24-hour, 365-day large animal hospital

Job Summary

  • The position requires providing technical veterinary support to faculty, house officers, and students within a 24-hour, 365-day large animal hospital.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in safely handling potentially dangerous livestock and instructing students on proper restraint techniques.
  • LSU Vet Med offers outstanding benefits including health insurance, retirement options, paid holidays, and tuition exemptions for qualified positions.

Matching Summary

The position requires providing technical veterinary support to faculty, house officers, and students within a 24-hour, 365-day large animal hospital.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Health, life, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, wellness benefits, tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expertise in handling livestock
  • Safe restraint of large animals
  • Adherence to infection control protocols
  • Ability to lift over 50 pounds
  • Willingness to work nights and weekends

Nice-to-have

  • Experience teaching veterinary students
  • Proficiency with ultrasound equipment
  • Strong client communication skills
  • Knowledge of biosecurity protocols

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in veterinary technology
  • CVT certification or equivalent experience
  • Minimum years of experience based on level (1-3)
  • Valid U.S. work authorization required

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization

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