Animal Care Tech Spec/Anest

1 week ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time
Job ID345767
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyLR-Technical
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code4922
Employee ClassAFSCME Unit 7 - Technical

About the Job

Bring your passion for animal care to the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota We have opportunities for a variety of shifts in 16 specialty areas including, but not limited to: Primary Care, Emergency & Critical Care, Anesthesia, Ophthalmology, Oncology & Radiation Therapy, Nutrition, Neurology, Cardiology, Small Rehabilitation, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Urgent Care, Dentistry, Dermatology, Medical Imaging, and Large & Small Animal Internal Medicine & Surgery. With state-of-the-art technology such as a 3-T MRI, CT, and Linear Accelerator you can apply your advanced technical skills or grow your current knowledge in a trusting, team environment to improve a patient's quality of life.

Our veterinary technicians contribute to the health and well being of our patients every day by delivering outstanding, high quality vet tech services. They assist Clinicians and other medical staff members with procedures which may include (but are not limited to) specialty care, emergency care, intensive care, surgical assisting, radiography, anesthesiology, laboratory procedures, administering treatments, animal nursing, animal restraint and handling, preventative care, clinical research, etc. within assigned service area as well as across functions as needed or based on area of interest and training.

We value growth opportunities and are committed to developing compassionate practitioners and leaders by providing opportunities to specialize in a veterinary discipline through paid training, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, attending national conferences, and preparation for specialty exams. Advance your career at the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC), which has served the community for more than a century

Benefits Highlights:

  • Signing bonus opportunity up to $1,000
  • Referral bonus opportunity up to $2,000
  • Matching retirement dollars (6.25% employer match)
  • University tuition benefits through the (free tuition for those seeking their first baccalaureate degree)
  • Premium pay and/or shift differential pay opportunities for holidays, 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts
  • Retention bonus opportunity up to 3 years for 2nd and 3rd shift positions
  • Paid professional development (24-hours paid continuing education per year and up to $1,500 for out of-state)
  • Low cost medical and dental premiums
  • Vacation and sick pay (increases with years of service)
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • 20% VMC Employee Discount
  • Access to entertainment, education & money saving perks
  • Paid holidays (10 Holidays)
  • Paid Personal Holiday (1 - you choose when to take this one)
  • Relocation Assistance

For more information on University of Minnesota benefits, click .

Hourly Salary Range: $24.50 to $31.71


Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate of Animal Health Technician or equivalent program, certified as MVMA/MAVT technician, and five years of experience assisting licensed DVM's with veterinary medicine procedures to include surgeries, radiographs or emergency care; or two years of experience and specialty certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Problem solving skills, strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of veterinary medicine terminology, knowledge of proper restraint and handling of large and small animals.
  • Lead Technician experience, certified technician with licensure recognized in Minnesota.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Must possess customer service orientation and outstanding interpersonal skills.

About the Department

The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) has served the community for more than a century. It is the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota. The VMC sees more than 35,000 cases annually, with specialists available in all areas of medicine and surgery. More than 50 of the veterinarians on staff have undergone several years of additional training to become board-certified specialists in a particular area of veterinary medicine. The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Small Animal Hospital for dogs, cats, and other companion animals, the Piper Clinic at the new Leatherdale Equine Center, for horses, and the Large Animal Hospital, which treats farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals.


How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call UOHR


Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:


Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.


About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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