Lead Veterinary Technician - Cardiology - Purdue University : Job Details

Req Id: 32920 Job Title: Lead Veterinary Technician - Cardiology City: West Lafayette Job Description: Job SummaryThe Purdue University Veterinary Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic credentialed veterinary technician to add to our Cardiology team! As a member of Cardiology, you will have the opportunity work with board certified veterinary cardiologists, residents, and specialty interns assisting with outpatient echocardiograms and patient screenings as well as a variety of inpatient procedures in the cardiac cath lab. The veterinary nursing team assists with pacemaker implantation, balloon valvuloplasty, PDA occlusions, and a variety of minimally invasive cardiac procedures. Veterinary Technicians at Purdue are valued for their skills and knowledge and utilized for patient care as well as providing instruction and mentoring to veterinary and veterinary nursing students. What We're Looking For:Education and Experience:Required:

• AAS in Veterinary Technology from AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program.
• Must become RVT in Indiana within 12 months of hire.
• Able to listen to and follow both verbal and written directions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
• Must possess knowledge level enough to explain and demonstrate routine veterinary medical concepts and procedures to aid in instruction of veterinary students, and veterinary technology students.

Additional Information:

• Due to this being a full-time, benefits eligible position, full-time undergraduate students are not eligible for this role. For student employment opportunities, CLICK HERE
• To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply