at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant-LA
Kansas State University
About This Role
The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance services to the KSU-VHC in equine, livestock and equine field service. They will coordinate technical services for veterinary care to client, teaching and research patients presented to the equine, livestock services and field service department(s). This position is also responsible for monitoring 4th year veterinary students and entering information into the electronic medical records system. Stocking and cleanliness of the large animal barn as deemed necessary. Lastly, this position is responsible for coordination of animal treatments and diagnostics along with the supervising DVM on the case. Working hours for this position will be Thursday-Saturday, 8am-8pm
About Us
The Veterinary Health Center is a teaching hospital that offers routine, emergency, and specialty care services. The VHC strives to provide exceptional care for patients from high-quality routine healthcare to state-of-the-art advanced therapy for seriously ill patients. The Veterinary Health Center is located in Manhattan, Kansas which is a vibrant college community with a population of over 55,000 in the Flint Hills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary), health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans. To see what benefits are available, please visit: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html
Worksite Description
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent)
- One year of relevant experience. (Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of relevant large animal handling and hospital setting experience.
- Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary medical equipment.
- Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals.
- Willingness to master new techniques.
Additional Role Information:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact information for three professional references
Application Window
Applications close: March 3, 2026
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
$ 15.50 - $ 17.50 per hour
To apply, please visit: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/veterinary-assistant-la-manhattan-kansas-united-states
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