Veterinary Technician

Iowa State University Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center

Ames, Iowa, US
Recruitment incentive of $1,000 available for spec...
Onsite
Avma or cvma accredited degree
Registered licensed certified technician
Small animal icu nursing care
This position offers the opportunity to advance your career in the Emergency and Critical Care department at Iowa State University's Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center

Job Summary

  • This position offers the opportunity to advance your career in the Emergency and Critical Care department at Iowa State University's Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center.
  • Successful candidates will provide advanced nursing care to small animal ICU patients while instructing fourth-year veterinary students on technical skills.
  • Candidates hired between February 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, may be eligible for a $1,000 recruitment incentive.

Matching Summary

This position offers the opportunity to advance your career in the Emergency and Critical Care department at Iowa State University's Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center.

Salary

Recruitment incentive of $1,000 available for specific hire dates; Base: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, childcare, and WorkFlex options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AVMA or CVMA accredited degree
  • Registered licensed certified technician
  • Small animal ICU nursing care
  • Anesthesia administration and monitoring
  • Intravenous catheter placement
  • Patient vital sign interpretation
  • Animal restraint and handling

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with large or small animals
  • Prior emergency room experience
  • Ultrasound and X-ray operation skills
  • Teaching demonstration abilities
  • High stress environment multitasking
  • Research sample collection experience

Key Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology
  • Registration licensure or certification within one year
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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