Intermittent Veterinary Technician 2 Pool- 2026/2027 at Oregon State University in Corvallis

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Important Notifications: Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline. Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply. Department: Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications will be considered for the 2026/2027 fiscal year. They will be reviewed based on the information submitted as positions become available. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 3) Supplemental Questions (please attach as a separate document): a) Are you currently a certified Veterinary Technician? If yes, in which state(s) do you currently hold a license? b) Describe your experience providing medical care for dogs and cats. Include a) the specific animals you worked with; b) the organization where you gained your experience and number of hours per week; and c) treatments you provided. c) Describe your experience with the following: a) critical care b) specialty medicine c) clinical research d) training others in a veterinary medicine setting. Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. For additional information please contact: Robyn Panico robyn.panico@oregonstate.edu 541-737-4822 Job Summary: This recruitment will be used to fill future, multiple, part-time, intermittent (approximately 8-40 hours per week as needed) Veterinary Technician 2 positions for the Lois Bate Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University (OSU). The Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital exemplifies the highest standards in patient-focused care and develops industry-leading professionals through the research and practice of evidence-based medicine that supports our local, regional and global community.Our mission is to advance the health of animals, people and the environment through inclusive and equitable education, research and services to the public. The Veterinary Technician 2 (Vet Tech 2) position provides intermittent, flexible coverage to support hospital operations during planned or unplanned absences of regularly employed Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs). Coverage needs may arise in advance (e.g., scheduled leave) or on short notice due to unexpected circumstances. Vet Tech 2 staff must be adaptable and prepared to work in any area of the hospital, based on patient care demands and operational priorities. Assignments will vary depending on caseload and staffing needs to ensure continuity of high-quality patient care. Key Responsibilities: Provide nursing care and treatments to small and/or large animal hospital patients. Perform and assist with patient diagnostics, including imaging and lab testing. Provide instruction and training to veterinary students. Maintain hospital equipment and supplies. Qualifications: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must have current certification as a Veterinary Technician and ability to obtain and maintain Oregon certification within six months of hire date AND, demonstrated experience in animal handling and restraint in a clinical setting, as well as demonstrated experience and knowledge of: Drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care Aseptic techniques, patient preparation and medical procedure assistance Medical terminology Operating room procedures Anesthesia equipment and procedures Record keeping procedures for patient charts Animal anatomy and physiology Lifesaving techniques for animals Veterinary care procedures Basic mathematics (including drug dosage and fluid rate calculation) General computer skills Finalists for this position will be required to complete a cr