Veterinary Technician Temporary at Iowa State University

Position Title:Veterinary Technician - TemporaryJob Group:MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications: Associate or Bachelors 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 with restraining animalsExperience working in veterinary settingPrior experience with large or small animalsJob Description:Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Veterinarian provides intermediate care for ill and injured animal patients or animals used in a research or hospital setting. May perform veterinary care animal husbandry and basic technical skills with fourth-year veterinary students. Provides assistance to students Veterinarians and investigative staff in their treatment of animals teaching or research functions. Position operates within standard guidelines and alternatives that are known and any deviation from such requires prior approval. Guidance and mentorship can be provided by Veterinary Technician II or III.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:Temporary (Fixed Term)Proposed End Date or Length of Term:June 30 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:Time Type:Part timePay Grade:7601aApplication Instructions: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.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 VitaeIf you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Original Posting Date:December 10 2025Posting Close Date:December 15 2025Job Requisition Number:R18286Required Experience:IC Key Skills Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1