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Position Title:Veterinary Technician I - Farm Animal

Job Group:Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) or the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), and • Registered, licensed, or certified as a veterinary technician within one year of the start date.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with large animal species (bovine, equine, small ruminants) in a clinical or hospital setting.

Knowledge of technical procedures such as anesthesia monitoring, and patient care protocols.

Experience with regulatory requirements (Animal Welfare Act, IACUC, etc.) and biosecurity practices.

Experience supporting teaching in a veterinary setting.

Experience working in an emergency care setting.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about animal health and hands-on veterinary care? We’re looking for a Farm Animal Veterinary Technician to support our Farm Animal Hospital by providing exceptional technical assistance, patient care, and student instruction. This role is vital to ensuring high-quality clinical services and fostering a collaborative learning environment for future veterinary professionals.

What You’ll Do:

+ Perform advanced technical procedures and assist in surgical, medical, and diagnostic care for farm animal species under faculty and clinician direction.

+ Provide patient care, including monitoring vitals, administering medications, and supporting recovery for hospitalized animals.

+ Demonstrate and teach proper restraint techniques, diagnostic procedures, and clinical skills to veterinary students and house officers.

+ Maintain and troubleshoot medical equipment, manage inventory, and ensure clean, organized workspaces.

+ Collaborate daily with clinicians, residents, interns, and students to coordinate patient care and hospital operations.

Position Details:

+ Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

+ On-Call Requirement: Yes, including holidays and weekends; typically 3–5 on-call shifts per month for equine and farm animal surgeries and ICU support.

+ Work Environment: On-site at the Farm Animal Hospital; hands-on clinical setting

+ Residency Requirement: Must reside within reasonable distance for on-call duties

About the Department:

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University is a leader in animal health education, research, and clinical care. Our Farm Animal Hospital provides comprehensive services for large animal species, supporting both teaching and research missions. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to advancing veterinary medicine while mentoring the next generation of professionals.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with basic nursing care on American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification level I and II patients, which are considered healthy or with mild systemic disease. Nursing care to include but not limited to: monitoring body functions (temperature, respiration, heartbeat, amount and frequency of food consumptions, defecation, urination etc.) and noting abnormalities; placing and maintaining intravenous catheters; administering fluids and medications orally, parenterally, and enterally; and performing other basic treatments.

• Collects and processes samples for research, diagnostic, and clinical purposes.

• Assists with basic preparatory procedures on various animal species and assists staff members in surgical, medical, or laboratory procedure preparation, including instrument and supply set up.

• Administers anesthesia and monitors patient response through the recovery period for ASA I-II patients.

• Maintains orderly and sanitary work areas for clinical, teaching, and research facilities.

• Stocks and organizes patient exam rooms, treatment areas, holding areas and operating rooms.

• May assist with entering hospital costs and medical records into the computer to create accurate records for billing accounts.

• Assists with set up, inventory, maintenance, security, and repairs for equipment and instruments used in surgical procedures, emergencies and/or lab sessions.

• Utilizes ultrasound machines and x-rays, assist with MRI, or other related imaging equipment for patient diagnostics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of animal health and welfare - animal isolation, sample collection, medical treatment, nursing and monitoring, pre & post-surgical requirements including room and supply preparation.

• Knowledge of pharmacology - dosage, calculations, and usage.

• Knowledge of animal husbandry - animal feeding, watering, grooming, handling, safe transporting, and environmental requirements.

• Knowledge of record maintenance - collecting and recording data.

• Knowledge of trimming, clipping, or grooming animals.

• Knowledge of teaching and/or demonstration of safe animal handling.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service, etc.).

• Ability to handle, restrain, move, load, and unload animals.

• Ability to administer medication - topical, injectable, oral, and rectal.

• Ability to check and interpret vital signs.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 70 pounds.

• Ability to instruct and demonstrate veterinary techniques in handling, grooming, and nursing animals.

• Ability to interact in a professional capacity.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to prioritize daily tasks.

• Ability to work in high stress environments.

• Knowledge of computers, computerized medical record systems, and word processing software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:7601a

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: January 2, 2026

Posting Close Date:January 15, 2026

Job Requisition Number:R18408

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

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If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

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