Michigan State University College of Engineering
Veterinary Nurse I - Anesthesia FT1
Michigan State University College of Engineering, East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48823
Veterinary Nurse I - Anesthesia FT1
Michigan State University College of Engineering – Veterinary Medical Center
Position Summary Provides patient care for ill and injured animals in the Anesthesia unit of the Veterinary Medical Center. This position works in both the Large and Small Animal clinics.
Utilized for technical/nursing abilities including but not limited to performing all aspects of anesthetizing patients (premedication, induction, anesthetic maintenance/monitoring, recovery), conscious sedation, pre‑ and post‑operative patient care, analgesia, venipuncture, IVC placement, and more on a wide variety of small and large animal patients. Other responsibilities include instructing and demonstrating techniques to students, assisting clinicians, maintaining supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of the anesthesia hospital areas, and joining a rotational on‑call schedule for overnight/weekends.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology/Nursing.
Six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, emergency/critical care, surgery, anesthesia, drug‑dosing, and sterile techniques.
Licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience as a veterinary technician in an educational setting.
Experience in Electronic Medical Records software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover letter
3 Professional References
Work Hours Monday – Friday day shift; with a rotational schedule for on‑call shifts during the overnights and weekends.
Website www.cvm.msu.edu/hospital
Summary of Physical Demands The veterinary technician/nurse will lift animal patients onto cages and medical equipment; carry animals between cages and exam tables, gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other units; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals; prepare for medical procedures and treatments. Lift animals up to 50 lbs individually and up to 150 lbs as a team.
Summary of Health Risks
Potential exposure to animals or specimens with Mycobacterium.
Work with animals or unfixed tissue.
Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).
Application Deadline Bidding eligibility ends January 13, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Higher Education
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Position Summary Provides patient care for ill and injured animals in the Anesthesia unit of the Veterinary Medical Center. This position works in both the Large and Small Animal clinics.
Utilized for technical/nursing abilities including but not limited to performing all aspects of anesthetizing patients (premedication, induction, anesthetic maintenance/monitoring, recovery), conscious sedation, pre‑ and post‑operative patient care, analgesia, venipuncture, IVC placement, and more on a wide variety of small and large animal patients. Other responsibilities include instructing and demonstrating techniques to students, assisting clinicians, maintaining supplies, equipment, and cleanliness of the anesthesia hospital areas, and joining a rotational on‑call schedule for overnight/weekends.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology/Nursing.
Six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, emergency/critical care, surgery, anesthesia, drug‑dosing, and sterile techniques.
Licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience as a veterinary technician in an educational setting.
Experience in Electronic Medical Records software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover letter
3 Professional References
Work Hours Monday – Friday day shift; with a rotational schedule for on‑call shifts during the overnights and weekends.
Website www.cvm.msu.edu/hospital
Summary of Physical Demands The veterinary technician/nurse will lift animal patients onto cages and medical equipment; carry animals between cages and exam tables, gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other units; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals; prepare for medical procedures and treatments. Lift animals up to 50 lbs individually and up to 150 lbs as a team.
Summary of Health Risks
Potential exposure to animals or specimens with Mycobacterium.
Work with animals or unfixed tissue.
Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).
Application Deadline Bidding eligibility ends January 13, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Higher Education
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