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Companion Animal Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Opportunities

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The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH (In Person)

$55,900 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Job Title:
Companion Animal Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Opportunities Department:
Veterinary Medical Center | Operations Shift differential (up to $2.50/hour) and weekend differential (up to $4.50/hour), as well as overtime and compensatory time eligible. Specialty Care Veterinary Technician (RVT) for dogs and cats Become an integral part of a renowned academic institution where you will utilize your advanced training and skills, to help provide world-class medical care to patients of The Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center hospitals! Our Hummel-Trueman Hospital for Companion Animals clinical teams provide exceptional and comprehensive specialty care for dogs and cats, while also providing unmatched, "aha!" learning experiences for our veterinary students. You will be helping to teach tomorrow's general practitioners and veterinary specialists, while performing at the top of your licensure. Never a dull moment here! Like human medicine, our advanced specialty veterinary care services include, but are not limited to, anesthesia, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, emergency critical care, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, and several others. Find what inspires you! Enjoy opportunities for growth and development, including support and mentoring from our Staff Education Coordinator for technicians interested in pursuing VTS certification. In addition, we offer these exceptional benefits: Access to extensive free Continuing Education Resources and annual CE Allowance Uniform allowance Support of technician VTS/specialization processes An array of retirement plan options, each with generous employer contributions Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Program including paid parental leave. 11 Paid Holidays per year Affordable Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance that begins on day one. Lifestyle Spending Account OSU tuition benefit for you and your dependents Priority access to purchase season tickets to OSU sporting events Required Education Associate degree in animal health/veterinary medicine Completed and successfully passed VTNE prior to hire date. State of Ohio Registered Veterinary Technician at the time of hire. RVT experience including a combination of RVT and Veterinary Assistant a plus! Opportunities include
  • Veterinary Care Tech 2 for the following specialties: Hiring Range $23.89
  • $29.86 Behavior Cardiology Dermatology Hospital Patient Care Internal medicine Neurology Oncology Rehabilitation Ophthalmology Surgery (Both Soft Tissue and Orthopedic) Veterinary Care Tech 3 for the following specialties: Hiring Range $28.22
  • $35.
29 Anesthesia Emergency/Critical Care Apply today and we will follow up with you to find your best next experience!
Additional Information:
Location:
Veterinary Medical Center (0299)
Position Type:
Regular Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
Varying Shifts Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. At Ohio State, you'll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that's right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
  • Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
  • State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.
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