Veterinary Care Assistant 2 - Equine Surgery

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Base: $18.00 - $20.74 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Assist with surgical procedures
Patient assessment and restraint
Clean and disinfect treatment areas
The successful candidate will assist in the provision of care to ill and injured animals as well as providing assistance to clinicians

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will assist in the provision of care to ill and injured animals as well as providing assistance to clinicians.
  • Duties include assisting with surgical procedures, lameness evaluations, patient assessment, restraint, and treatments.
  • The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 pounds, and exposure to animal dander and zoonotic diseases.

Matching Summary

The successful candidate will assist in the provision of care to ill and injured animals as well as providing assistance to clinicians.

Salary

Base: $18.00 - $20.74 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with surgical procedures
  • Patient assessment and restraint
  • Clean and disinfect treatment areas
  • Monitor patients for symptoms
  • Transport patients within center

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with lameness evaluations
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
  • Knowledge of epidemiology rules
  • Comfortable working with horses
  • Team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 1 year of relevant experience required
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Successful completion of background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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