Veterinary Technician 2: Large Animal Surgery

Veterinary Technician 2: Large Animal Surgery 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 1500 S.W. Jefferson, Corvallis, OR 97331 $28.75 - $44.00 an hour - Full-time Oregon State University 757 reviews $28.75 - $44.00 an hour - Full-time Veterinary Technician 2: Large Animal Surgery Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. This posting has been reopened in order to expand the original applicant pool. Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications. Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE

If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties. Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

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Garland Burdock garland.burdock@oregonstate.edu 541-737-6910 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu . Position Details Position Information Department Vet Teaching Hospital (VTH) Classification Title Veterinary Technician 2 Job Title Veterinary Technician 2: Large Animal Surgery Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Regular Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Veterinary Technician 2 position for the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This position performs duties specific to all technical service areas of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital including receiving, internal medicine, surgical procedures, anesthesia, specialty medicine, rural veterinary service, theriogenology, diagnostic imaging, critical care, plus after-hours and emergency duties, in addition to assisting and instructing students in basic veterinary techniques. Other service areas may be added as they are needed and as resources become available. This position is relied upon to provide optimal patient care and to respond to emergency situations. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides primary and referral health care for animals in Oregon and the region, participates in the education of veterinary students though clinical training, develops novel diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for veterinary care, and provides consultation service to practitioners and clients. The Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine provides veterinary professional and graduate programs leading to the DVM and MS degrees, and operates the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The College budget (from all sources) approximates 21 million annually, which supports educational programs, veterinary medical and diagnostic public services, and research programs with broad impacts related to animal and human health. The college employs approximately 200 faculty and staff, plus student workers. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

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• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.

3k international students and 10k students of color 217k+ alumni worldwide For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life. Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU's safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive. 2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation! Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 70%

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TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

: What We Require Must have current certification as a Veterinary Technician and ability to obtain and maintain Oregon certification within six months of hire date AND, demonstrated experience in animal handling and restraint in a clinical setting, as well as demonstrated experience and knowledge of: Drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care Aseptic techniques, patient preparation and medical procedure assistance Medical terminology Operating room procedures Anesthesia equipment and procedures Record keeping procedures for patient charts Animal anatomy and physiology Lifesaving techniques for animals Veterinary care procedures Basic mathematics (including drug dosage and fluid rate calculation) General computer skills Finalists for this position will be required to complete a criminal background history and motor vehicle background criteria form. Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. This position may require a valid driver license. What You Will Need Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate professionally with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and clients. Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming team culture where individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences feel valued and respected. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per

University Standard:

05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. What We Would Like You to Have 2 or more years of experience providing medical care for large animals in a veterinary teaching hospital or veterinary clinic. Extensive knowledge and experience working with large animals in all aspects of veterinary nursing. Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques. Working Conditions / Work Schedule The VTH is a seven day per week, 24 hour per day hospital; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift assignment may change based on operational needs and/or to maintain appropriate staffing levels. This position is located in an extremely busy Veterinary Teaching Hospital and works primarily with large animals. This position may be exposed to noxious odors, infectious diseases, chemicals, gas anesthetics, radiation, loud noises, wet and slippery floors, and machinery. This position has access to controlled substances and is responsible for administering controlled drugs and maintaining controlled drug logs. This position will often be required to move, which may include lifting and/or carrying, up to 50 pounds, as well as pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 200 pounds. This position requires walking, standing, running, stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, and crawling on hard or uneven surfaces as necessary to provide care to animals. Working with and around small and large animals has certain inherent risks. Animal handling and restraint can lead to injury. To minimize risk to the employee in this position, Oregon State University offers a rabies vaccination at the employer's expense (acceptance/declination at the discretion of the appointee). Overtime, evening, on-call, and/or weekend hours required. This position is deemed essential. The employee in this position may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency, and other University work curtailments or closures. Pay Method Salary Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $28.75 Max Salary $44.00 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/12734 Posting Detail Information Posting Number

P05541CT

Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 03/23/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 02/02/2026 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 05/25/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants This posting has been reopened in order to expand the original applicant pool. Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications. Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE

: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties. Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact:

Garland Burdock garland.burdock@oregonstate.edu 541-737-6910 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu . Supplemental Questions