at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Animal Technician I - SA/Exotics
Kansas State University
About This Role
The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an Animal Technician I to join our dedicated team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position supports the routine and specialized care of hospitalized animals in the VHC by maintaining and ensuring a sanitary and safe environment for patients, faculty, staff, students, and visitors. This position is primarily responsible for the cleaning and disinfecting of small animal common and ancillary areas of the hospital. Working hours for this position will be Tuesday-Saturday, 5:00am-1:30pm with occasional on-call coverage on weekends and holidays. Individuals in this position must be self-motivated and detail-oriented.
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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with companion animals/exotics.
- 1 year of relevant experience.
- High school diploma.
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: April 28, 2026
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
$15.50 - $17.00 per hour
To apply, please visit: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/animal-technician-i-sa-exotics-manhattan-kansas-united-states
Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
jeid-ce66d3566da5c2418f6c82c0f5d3f2db To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account