Surgery Nurse (FT3) / Veterinary Nurse I

Working/Functional Title

Surgery Nurse (FT3)

Position Summary

Provides care for ill and injured animals in the Surgery unit with occasional work in Radiology, Anesthesia, Emergency and Critical Care. Instructs and demonstrates techniques to students, maintains supplies, equipment and hospital cleanliness.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.

Desired Qualifications

Experience as a veterinary technician in an educational setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume, Cover letter, and three professionals references

Work Hours

This is an overnight shift working full-time Friday, Saturday and Sunday on 13-hour shifts.

Website

WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL

Summary of Physical Demands

Will be required to lift medical equipment and animals into cages; carry animals between cages and exam tables/gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting of up to 50lbs individually or 150lbs as a team.

Summary of Health Risks

Working with animals or unfixed tissue. May wear respirator. Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases.

Bidding eligibility ends March 4, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.