Posted: Oct 3, 2024

Veterinary Nurse II: Urgent Care

Application Deadline: N/A

Veterinary Nurse II: Urgent Care

About This Role:

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Nurse I, II, or III to join our dedicated Urgent Care team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position assists in the performing of technical work and provides support in the treatment of patients. Other responsibilities include planning daily patient schedules, training new students and staff on specific tasks, and collaborating with colleagues to meet patient care standards. Working hours for this position will include Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm, with participation in the on-call schedule.

Why Join Us:

The Veterinary Health Center is a teaching hospital that offers routine, emergency, and specialty care services. The VHC strives to provide exceptional care for patients from high-quality routine healthcare to state-of-the-art advanced therapy for seriously ill patients. The Veterinary Health Center is located in Manhattan, Kansas and is a vibrant college community with a population of over 55,000 in the Flint Hills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary), health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans. To see what benefits are available, please visit: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• For a Veterinary Nurse I: Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

• For a Veterinary Nurse II: Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and two years of relevant experience.

• For a Veterinary Nurse III: Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and five years of relevant experience as a veterinary technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) after passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and animal husbandry.

• Knowledge of nursing care, service flow, and section requirements.

• Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to perform diagnostic procedures.

• Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment.

• Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures.

• Ability to work in high intensity environment.

• Skilled in time management and prioritizing daily tasks.

• Skilled in interpersonal communication, written and oral.

• Skilled in basic computer skills.

• Be willing to master new techniques.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Contact information for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$17.65-$25.87 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.

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