Job Summary
The Purdue University Veterinary Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic, credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) to add to our Physical Rehabilitation team. Working for the physical rehabilitation department, you will have the opportunity to help patients get back to their physical health after injury and/or following a variety of surgical procedures. We work with a variety of patients – from the young to the geriatric and critically ill. Occasionally we also work horses, pigs and small ruminants.
The Physical Rehabilitation veterinary technician helps to treat patients using a variety of modalities like LASER therapy, hydrotherapy (swimming pool and underwater treadmill), performing land exercises, massage, and assisting with acupuncture. If you have a strong desire to help your patients get back to a better quality of life, enjoy working with a team, and want to connect with animals and people alike then this is the job for you! Being certified in physical rehabilitation is not required, and financial assistance to achieve certification may be available to the right candidate. Schedule is M-F daytime with an on-call rotation for neurological surgical emergencies.
About Us:
The Purdue Veterinary Hospital highly values the exceptional skills and knowledge our staff bring to our hospital, benefiting our students and patients alike. Located in the picturesque town of West Lafayette, Indiana, Purdue University boasts a stunning campus that houses both a renowned College of Veterinary Medicine and comprehensive Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Veterinary Nursing. Our team play a crucial role in teaching and mentoring students throughout the year, shaping the future of veterinary care. As a member of our university staff, you'll enjoy a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. Join us and be part of a community dedicated to excellence in veterinary medicine and education!
What We’re Looking For:
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:
- AAS in Veterinary Technology from AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Must become RVT in Indiana within 12 months of hire
Skills Needed:
- 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
- Must complete Purdue Veterinary Technician Basic Skills List prior to promotion to Lead Veterinary Technician
Preferred:
- 1 year of working in a veterinary hospital is ideal, specialty practice
Additional Information:
- Due to this being a full-time, benefits eligible position, full-time undergraduate students are not eligible for this role.
- 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
Career Stream
Administrative and Operational Support 3
- Pay Band S055
- Job Code #20003410
Link to Purdue University's compensation guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/staffpb.php
EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.