Washington State University
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Pullman, WA · Full-time
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $51,397 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Veterinary Technologists and Technicians" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- Technician Assistant - Emergency Service: This position is assigned to Emergency Services.
- It will assist students, faculty, and technical staff in the work-up and treatment of small animal patients during wellness appointments and under routine hospital care within Small Animal Hospital.
- Assist with procedures in work-up, treatment, and maintenance post-operative patients.
Responsibilities
- May order, track and maintain supplies of pharmaceuticals and consumable inventory.
Requirements
- Two years of experience as an Animal Technician 2
- Two (2) years of experience working with animals, hands-on.
- Up to 1 year can be replaced with relevant coursework such as a veterinary assistant certificate or animal science degree.
- Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
Nice to have
- Two (2) years hands-on experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinic.
- Experience with restraint of species within specific service.
- Experience with specific service you are applying for.
- Experience with diagnostics, anesthesia (induction/recovery), or procedures.
- Experience cleaning, stocking, and general hospital operations.
- Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
- About Department/College/Area/ Campus - College of Veterinary Medicine | Washington State University
- Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine
Compensation
- Monthly Salary: $3,485 to $4,633 | Range 38 (Steps A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.
Benefits
- WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
- medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
- deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
- and employee tuition waiver.
- For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
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