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This Veterinary Large Animal Nurse I (Limited Term) Intern position provides an opportunity for professional growth in the Veterinary Health Center. An outstanding graduate veterinary nurse will be selected to obtain high quality, enhanced technical experience and training through employment in defined specialty areas. Objective of this position is to enhance employee marketability for private practice and/or assist with obtaining two years of post-graduate experience to qualify for future Veterinary Nurse II openings in the VHC. This position is designated as essential.
Job Responsibility:
Obtain high quality, enhanced technical experience and training through employment in defined specialty areas
Enhance employee marketability for private practice and/or assist with obtaining two years of post-graduate experience to qualify for future Veterinary Nurse II openings in the VHC
Requirements:
Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Must obtain a Kansas license as a Veterinary Technician within 6 months of employment
Completion of a two-year AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program required for licensure in the State of Kansas
Nice to have:
One year of experience in animal or veterinary technical support
Ability to maintain and use ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment
Physically able to handle, restrain and provide medical services to domestic animals
A working knowledge of operating room sterile technique procedures is preferred
A knowledge of standard emergency veterinary medical procedures is preferred
Ability to perform word processing and data entry on a personal computer
Willing and able to master new techniques
Demonstrated interest in a specific clinical discipline
Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
What we offer:
24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary)