Vet Technician Assistant

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. A minimum of one year of experience or post-high school education in animal handling, care, or support is also necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to lift, bend, and remain standing for extended periods. Requires prior animal care or handling experience, strong communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Title:

Veterinary Assistant Job code: 0005

Employee Group:

Full/Part Time (FTE): 50% FTE Maximum 14 hours per week max

Regular/Temporary:

Casual >3 months About the

Job:

This position is responsible for providing basic technical care for a variety of animal species. The successful candidate will assist veterinary staff with various tasks, including routine animal treatments and basic veterinary medical procedures, to ensure appropriate medical care. Key duties involve performing minor and routine treatments, assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians, maintaining work areas, and performing data entry.

Work Environment and Safety:

Work assignments may involve exposure to animal allergens, high noise levels, and/or disinfectants and sanitizing agents. To protect employees, the University of Minnesota may mandate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), some of which may necessitate medical monitoring and fitness testing. The University will provide all required protective equipment, testing, and medical evaluations.

Location and Work environment:

All RAR facilities on the University of Minnesota campus. Some remote work may be possible but limited to capacity (