About this role
Important Notifications:
Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply.
# Department:
Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital
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Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications will be considered for the 2026/2027 fiscal year. They will be reviewed based on the information submitted as positions become available.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) Supplemental Questions (please attach as a separate document):
a) Are you currently a certified Veterinary Technician? If yes, in which state(s) do you currently hold a license?
b) Describe your experience providing medical care for dogs and cats. Include a) the specific animals you worked with; b) the organization where you gained your experience and number of hours per week; and c) treatments you provided.
c) Describe your experience with the following: a) critical care b) specialty medicine c) clinical research d) training others in a veterinary medicine setting.
Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
For additional information please contact:
Robyn Panico
541-737-4822
Job Summary:
This recruitment will be used to fill future, multiple, part-time, intermittent (approximately 8-40 hours per week as needed) Veterinary Technician 2 positions for the Lois Bate Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital exemplifies the highest standards in patient-focused care and develops industry-leading professionals through the research and practice of evidence-based medicine that supports our local, regional and global community.Our mission is to advance the health of animals, people and the environment through inclusive and equitable education, research and services to the public.
The Veterinary Technician 2 (Vet Tech 2) position provides intermittent, flexible coverage to support hospital operations during planned or unplanned absences of regularly employed Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs). Coverage needs may arise in advance (e.g., scheduled leave) or on short notice due to unexpected circumstances. Vet Tech 2 staff must be adaptable and prepared to work in any area of the hospital, based on patient care demands and operational priorities. Assignments will vary depending on caseload and staffing needs to ensure continuity of high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care and treatments to small and/or large animal hospital patients.
- Perform and assist with patient diagnostics, including imaging and lab testing.
- Provide instruction and training to veterinary students.
- Maintain hospital equipment and supplies.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have current certification as a Veterinary Technician and ability to obtain and maintain Oregon certification within six months of hire date AND, demonstrated experience in animal handling and restraint in a clinical setting, as well as demonstrated experience and knowledge of:
Drugs and medications typically used in veterinary care
Aseptic techniques, patient preparation and medical procedure assistance
Medical terminology
Operating room procedures
Anesthesia equipment and procedures
Record keeping procedures for patient charts
Animal anatomy and physiology
Lifesaving techniques for animals
Veterinary care procedures
Basic mathematics (including drug dosage and fluid rate calculation)
General computer skills
- Finalists for this position will be required to complete a criminal background history and motor vehicle background criteria form. Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. This position may require a valid driver license.
- Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams, and to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming team culture where individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences feel valued and respected.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate professionally with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and clients.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of experience providing medical care for small and/or large animals in a veterinary teaching hospital or veterinary clinic.
- Extensive knowledge and experience working with small and/or large animals in all aspects of veterinary nursing.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques.
# Working Conditions/Schedule:
This position has no set schedule. Incumbents will be asked to pick-up shifts in advance for planned absences or same day, if there are sick calls.
These positions are located in an extremely busy Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
These positions may be exposed to noxious odors, infectious diseases, chemicals, gas anesthetics, radiation, loud noises, wet and slippery floors, and machinery.
These positions have access to controlled substances and are responsible for administering controlled drugs and maintaining controlled drug logs.
These positions will often be required to move, which may include lifting and/or carrying, up to 50 pounds, as well as pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 200 pounds.
These positions require stooping, bending, and kneeling on hard floors as necessary to provide care to animals.
Working with and around small and large animals has certain inherent risks. Animal handling and restraint can lead to injury. To minimize risk to employees in these positions, Oregon State University offers a rabies vaccination at the employer’s expense (acceptance/declination at the discretion of the appointee).
These positions require overtime, evening, on-call, and/or weekend work.
These positions are deemed essential. Employees in these positions may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency, and other University work curtailments or closures.
Salary Range:
Min $28.75 - Max $44.00
# Anticipated Start Date:
2026-10-27
Anticipated End Date:
When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .