Veterinary Assistant, Equine

About the role

The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover and Serve. Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer animal clients to the Veterinary Health Center for specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment that includes an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging techniques, and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic equipment, we are a center for animal healthcare. Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services, including ambulatory services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care, we feature cutting edge surgical and intensive lifesaving medical care. Hiring Department: Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outpatient exams
• Assist with lameness exams
• Provide intra-operative surgical technical support
• Assist with in‑patient procedures
• Assist with biosecurity protocols
• Clean and maintain equipment and exam rooms
• Maintain and stock supplies
• Enter charges
• Assist other technicians as needed
• Other duties as assigned

This position requires on‑call emergency duty and includes heavy lifting and physical work.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working with horses or in an equestrian setting.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
• Continuous learning and professional growth and development mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, constituents, and clients.
• Keen understanding of animal behavior and strong clinical skills to properly evaluate a patient’s condition.
• Detailed‑oriented and well organized to carry out instructions, document patient statistics, and update records.
• Enjoy working with animals and have the ability to comfort, handle and restrain large animals.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Pay

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary: Hiring at $16.00 / hour plus