Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

Provide assistance with patient care for animals in the Large Animal unit of the Veterinary Medical Center Hospital; assists clinicians, veterinary technicians and clinical students by monitoring patients for temperature, pulse and respiration, IV fluid administrative, etc.; walking animals outside, jogging horses, restraining all large animal species; cleaning ward areas, stocking supplies, processing and submission of lab samples and medication orders; entering information in the hospital information system.

Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; six months to one year of related work experience in a veterinary practice, maintaining accurate records, typing and basic computer skills; experience with horse handling or equine behavior; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Self motivated individual with a strong understanding of large animal species, including handling, jogging and restraint.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

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Three professional references

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 7pm-5am

CVM.MSU.EDU

Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs individually or up to 150lbs as a team.

Potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium Bovis. Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue. Wears respirator(does
not include paper dust mask worn for comfort)

Advertised: May 20, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 20, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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