Job postings Veterinary Nurse I - Anesthesia (PT) Back to search results Apply now Job no: 1002656 Work type: Support Staff Pay Grade:10 Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Veterinary Medicine Department:Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906 Sub Area:CT- Clerical Tech. Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Veterinary/Animal Care, Clerical Technical- CT, 1/2 Time (50-64.9%), Union Working/Functional Title Veterinary Nurse - Anesthesia (PT) Position Summary Provides patient care for ill and injured animals in the Small Animal Anesthesia Department of the Veterinary Medical Center. This position works in the Anesthesia Support Center which is a branch of the anesthesia department to provide the hospital and patients with supportive care. This position will be utilized for their technical abilities including but not limited to performing anesthesia, sedation, patient care, radiographs, venipuncture, IVC placement, and more. MSUs Veterinary Medical Center provides extraordinary benefits to their employees, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within. Other working responsibilities include instructing and demonstrating techniques to students and assisting clinicians, while also maintaining supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of the anesthesia support center hospital areas. Minimum Requirements Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology. Six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment. Desired Qualifications Experience as a veterinary technician in an educational setting. Experience in emergency/critical care and sterile techniques. Experience in Electronic Medical Records software. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover Letter Resume Three professional references Work Hours Second shift two 10-hour shifts per week. Website HTTPS://CVM.MSU.EDU/ Summary of Physical Demands The veterinary technician will be lifting animal patients onto cages and medical equipment; carrying animals between cages and exam tables and gurneys; pushing carts containing animals and equipment to other units; climbing stairs carrying lab samples; restraining animals; preparing for medical procedures and treatments. Lift animals up to 50lbs individually and up to 150lbs as a team. Summary of Health Risks Potential exposure to animals or specimens with Mycobacterium Work with animals or unfixed tissue Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort) Bidding eligibility ends November 19, 2024 at 11:55 P.M. Advertised: Nov 13, 2024 Eastern Standard Time