What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiology Veterinary Nurse I position at Michigan State University?
Working/Functional Title
Cardiology Veterinary Nurse
Position Summary
Provide patient care for ill and injured animals in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position will primarily be working in the Cardiology unit of the Small Animal Clinic; instructs and demonstrates techniques to students; assists students, veterinary nurse and veterinarians in their work; maintains supplies, equipment and cleanliness of hospital areas.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Six months to one year as a veterinary technician in an educational setting
Experience In Cardiology Procedures Is Preferred
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
Please submit a cover letter and resume.
Three professional references.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL
Summary of Physical Demands
Will be required to lift medical equipment and animals into cages; carry animals between cages and exam tables/gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting up to 50lbs individually and up to 150lbs as a team.
Summary of Health Risks
Working with animals or unfixed tissue. May wear respirator. Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases.
Bidding eligibility ends July 21, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.
Cardiology Veterinary Nurse
Position Summary
Provide patient care for ill and injured animals in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position will primarily be working in the Cardiology unit of the Small Animal Clinic; instructs and demonstrates techniques to students; assists students, veterinary nurse and veterinarians in their work; maintains supplies, equipment and cleanliness of hospital areas.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Six months to one year as a veterinary technician in an educational setting
Experience In Cardiology Procedures Is Preferred
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
Please submit a cover letter and resume.
Three professional references.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL
Summary of Physical Demands
Will be required to lift medical equipment and animals into cages; carry animals between cages and exam tables/gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting up to 50lbs individually and up to 150lbs as a team.
Summary of Health Risks
Working with animals or unfixed tissue. May wear respirator. Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases.
Bidding eligibility ends July 21, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.