What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Veterinary Technician — Veterinary Nurse I position at Michigan State University?
Working/Functional Title
Radiology Veterinary Technician
Position Summary
Sedation, monitoring, and imaging of primarily small animal patients. Diagnostic imaging support including radiography, CT, and fluoroscopy. Medication administration, patient monitoring, recovery, and reversal. Animal positioning and direct support with veterinary students. Works closely with radiologists, radiographers, and fellow LVTs. Ongoing training opportunities in advanced imaging modalities.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, Veterinary Technology education. Six months to one year of progressive experience in patient care, anesthesia and sedation, surgery support, drug dosing, and sterilization. Michigan Licensed Veterinary Technician or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Veterinary anesthesia experience. Experience working in a teaching environment with students. Familiarity with radiation emitting equipment. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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, and three professional references
Work Hours
Second shift, 3:30pm - 12am
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
cartscontaining animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting of up to
50lbsindividually or 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 May 19, 2026, 11:55 PM
Radiology Veterinary Technician
Position Summary
Sedation, monitoring, and imaging of primarily small animal patients. Diagnostic imaging support including radiography, CT, and fluoroscopy. Medication administration, patient monitoring, recovery, and reversal. Animal positioning and direct support with veterinary students. Works closely with radiologists, radiographers, and fellow LVTs. Ongoing training opportunities in advanced imaging modalities.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, Veterinary Technology education. Six months to one year of progressive experience in patient care, anesthesia and sedation, surgery support, drug dosing, and sterilization. Michigan Licensed Veterinary Technician or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Veterinary anesthesia experience. Experience working in a teaching environment with students. Familiarity with radiation emitting equipment. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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, and three professional references
Work Hours
Second shift, 3:30pm - 12am
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
cartscontaining animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting of up to
50lbsindividually or 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 May 19, 2026, 11:55 PM