We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse I to join our diverse team at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Veterinary Nurse I is a terrific opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, project management and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Veterinary Nurse I at Michigan State University today!
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Veterinary Nurse I
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Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade:10
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Veterinary Medicine
Department:Veterinary Medicine Dean ********
Sub Area:CT- Clerical Tech.
Salary:22.09
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Veterinary/Animal Care, Clerical Technical- CT, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary
This position will provide direct animal nursing care duties and provides teaching of animal patient care techniques for multiple courses in the DVM and veterinary technology curriculum in the LeBlanc Clinical Skills Lab and other teaching labs within the College of Veterinary Medicine. Assists with design, fabrication, and repair of models for teaching clinical skills.
CoreResponsibilities
Provide Teaching Support; instruction of knowledge concepts, demonstration of proper patient care techniques, and task assessment of veterinary or veterinary technician students within any MSU CVM teaching course; Coordination and Communication Support; Daily Operations; record keeping, inventory, equipment maintenance, facility maintenance
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
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. May require experience in a veterinary hospital research setting, 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
Bachelors degree in veterinary technology; experience working with livestock species (cattle, horses, small ruminants), experience in multi-species animal nursing and biological sample collection techniques; knowledge and experience in standard anesthesia and surgical room equipment and protocols; strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to interact well with a healthcare team within an academic environment; strong coaching skills and experience with students in a learning environment; ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, display initiative, with high attention to details and record keeping skills.
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
CV, Cover Letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Description of End Date
This is a limited term position funded for two years from date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.
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Summary of Physical Demands
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; restraining animals; preparing for medical procedures and treatments.
Summary of Health Risks
Caring for animals with potential TB and rabies risk; may wear a respirator.
Bidding eligibility ends October 10, 2023 at 11:55 P.M.
Advertised: Oct 4, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Benefits of working as a Veterinary Nurse I in East Lansing, MI:
? Excellent Benefits Package
? Rapid Progression
? Generous Compensation
