Equine Reproduction VeterinaryTechnician

Bluff Country Equine Veterinary Center is a high quality equine health and reproductive service facility in beautiful Winona, MN. We are customer-centric, demanding, fast-paced company that strives to continuosly improve our processes and our self development. Our goal is to provide high quality equine health and reproductive services to our clients and provide opportunities to our team members to develop and improve their professional skills.

Our work environment includes:

• Casual work attire
• On-the-job training
• Growth opportunities

Responsibilities:
-Assist Veterinarian in the safe handling of horses collecting and shipping of semen, artificial insemination, breeding and equine veterinary care.
- Assist with X-ray procedures as needed.

- Assist with power float dental procedures.

-Feeding, mucking, sorting, handling equine patients at the center.

- Communicate and record ultrasound results as reported from the Veterinrian in charge to the clients.

-Receive and communicate orders and shipping status on the phone from clients.

- Arrange shipping and labeling.

Skills:
- Horse handling experience preferred over technical experience depending on level of experience.
- Knowledge of general equine care and husbandry.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with owners and veterinary team members.
- Ability to handle equine animals with confidence, competance, care and compassion.
- Familiarity with X-ray equipment and procedures (for candidates applying for technician roles involving X-ray).

- Familiarity with laboratory diagnostic equipment and blood draws for sample procesing and testing.

Please note that this job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and skills required for a Technician position in the context of Equine Veterinary Care and Reproduction, Theriogeneology, Breeding, Artificial Insemination and Collection. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the employer's needs and the specific roles needed within the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Job-related location requirement:

• Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Work Location: In person