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Feedyard Vet Tech - MVZ
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A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$38,188 / year median in Kansas
+27% projected growth
Job Description
The successful Feedyard Veterinary Technician is an ambitious, skilled veterinary technician who can function within a fast paced, demanding work schedule. Veterinary Technicians work closely with the Feedyard Staff, Veterinarian, and the Cattle Manager to identify and treat sick and injured animals. In addition, Veterinary Technicians will be responsible for the training and development of feedyard doctoring crews on various health care practices and procedures. Successful applicants are self-motivated, team orientated, and possess the ability to multi-task in a diverse and fast paced environment. •Must be willing to relocate to Kansas & must have 3+ years experience as a pen rider•Roles and Tasks Assisting the doctors and pen riders with identification and treatment of sick and injured animals. Management of treatment records for sick and injured animals. Work in conjunction with the company veterinarian to train feedyard doctors on surgical techniques. Perform, instruct, and oversee post-mortem examinations (necropsies) Monitoring animal health and well-being practices. Providing training to cowboys and doctors on animal handling best practices. Maintaining records on Beef Quality Assurance certification of all personnel. Assisting the Head Doctor and Cattle Manager with record-keeping of animal treatment history and medicine and vaccine inventories. Assist in restraining animals for procedures and treatments Performing laboratory procedures, medicating patients, monitoring critical patients, preparing medications, stocking supplies, and other essential duties. Assisting the Staff Veterinarian and the Cattle Manager with development and maintenance of animal health metrics and periodic reports. Perform and assist with oversight of timely maintenance of all cattle care facilities Assist with cattle sorting and classification Assist the Staff Veterinarian, Head Doctor and Cattle Manager with any duties directly related to animal health and well-being. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.