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Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906

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Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

  • East Lansing, Michigan, United States
  • Veterinary Teaching Hospital 10046906
  • Area of Interest: Veterinary/Animal Care
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
  • Group: Clerical Technical- CT
  • Union/Non-Union: Union

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  • Support Staff
  • Opening on: Oct 21 2026
  • Closing at: Oct 27 2026 - 23:55 EDT
  • 06
  • Salary Commensurate with Experience
  • College Of Veterinary Medicine
  • 1174833

Working/Functional Title

Veterinary Assistant - Large Animal

Position Summary

Provide assistance with patient care for animals in the Large Animal unit of the Veterinary Medical Center Hospital; assists clinicians, veterinary technicians and clinical students by monitoring patients for temperature, pulse and respiration, IV fluid administrative, etc.; walking animals outside, jogging horses, restraining all large animal species; cleaning ward areas, stocking supplies, processing and submission of lab samples and medication orders; entering information in the hospital information system.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; six months to one year of related work experience in a veterinary practice, maintaining accurate records, typing and basic computer skills; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Strong understanding of large animal species, including handling, jogging and restraint.

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

Cover Letter

Resume

Three professional references

Work Hours

Tuesday - Friday 7p-5a

Website

CVM.MSU.EDU

Bidding eligibility ends October 27, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.

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