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Michigan State University
ICU Veterinary Nurse I
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,792 / year median in Michigan
+27% projected growth
Job Description
East Lansing, Michigan, United States Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906
Area of Interest:
Veterinary/Animal Care Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time (90-100%)Group:
Clerical Technical- CT Union/Non-Union:
Union Support Staff Opening on: Jul 29 2026 Closing at: Sep 1 2026 - 23:55 EDT 10 Salary Commensurate with Experience College Of Veterinary Medicine 1149996 Working/Functional Title ICU Veterinary Nurse I Position Summary Provides patient care for ill and injured animals in the Veterinary Medical Center. This position will be primarily providing support to our Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care unit; Instructing and demonstrating techniques to students; assists students, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians in their work; maintains supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of hospital areas. Skills you will develop and utilize include emergency triage, patient stabilization, nursing care, knowledge of setup and assisting with emergency procedures. With four Boarded Critical Care Specialized Veterinarians and two Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician Specialists, we support and assist in your career development. All shifts available. This position will fill 10 vacancies. 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 in an educational setting; background in emergency medicine. 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 Resume, Cover Letter and 3 Professional References Work Hours We are hiring for all shifts. WebsiteWWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL
Summary of Physical Demands Lifting and carrying animals up to 50 pounds individually, or 150 pounds as a team. Summary of Health Risks TB risk or potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis. Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue. Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort). Bidding eligibility ends August 4, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.Benefits
- Dental Insurance