Veterinary Technician - Farm Animal
Core
Provide direct patient care and support clinical instruction for farm animals and large exotics in an academic veterinary setting.
Role type
Veterinary Technician (Farm Animal Services)
Builds
Outpatient, inpatient, and ambulatory care for livestock and large exotic animals
Domain
Veterinary Medicine / Animal Husbandry
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
animal handling, catheter placement, oral/nasogastric intubation, fluid therapy, biomedical sample collection, surgical preparation, laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance, inventory management
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Assist veterinary students with exams, intubation, hoof trims, and animal handling; administer medications and vaccines; perform physical exams and case monitoring; maintain hospital barns and equipment; communicate with clients regarding bills and appointments; prepare surgical fields and sedation protocols; conduct routine lab procedures and environmental inspections.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level (Levels I, II, or III based on education and experience)