Job ID351975 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyLR-Technical Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code4934 Employee ClassAFSCME Unit 7 - Technical About the Job Bring your passion for animal care to the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota! We have opportunities for a variety of shifts in 16 specialty areas including, but not limited to: Primary Care, Emergency & Critical Care, Anesthesia, Large & Small Animal Internal Medicine & Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Oncology & Radiation Therapy, Nutrition, Neurology, Cardiology, Small Rehabilitation, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Urgent Care, Dentistry, Dermatology, Medical Imaging, and Large & Small Animal Internal Medicine & Surgery. With state-of-the-art technology such as a 3-T MRI, CT, and Linear Accelerator you can apply your advanced technical skills or grow your current knowledge in a trusting, team environment to improve a patient's quality of life. The Vet Tech Assistant (VTA) is responsible for care of patients as prescribed, performing diagnostic tests, and updating owners with status of care. Additional duties will include maintaining facilities according to VMC cleanliness standards and ordering or stocking feed and supplies, accurate record keeping, assisting with training of veterinary technical students and other duties as assigned. The specific duties and work schedule will vary based on current needs. We value growth opportunities and are committed to developing compassionate practitioners and leaders by providing opportunities for you to grow your career through paid training, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, etc. Advance your career at the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC), which has served the community for more than a century! Benefits Highlights: Referral bonus opportunity up to $2,000 Matching retirement dollars (6.25% employer match) University tuition benefits through the (free tuition for those seeking their firstbaccalaureate degree) Premium pay and/or shift differential pay opportunities for holidays, 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts Retention bonus opportunity up to 3 years for 2nd and 3rd shift positions Low cost medical, dental and pharmacy monthly premiums (University contributes at 75% time) Vacation and sick pay (increases with years of service) Employee Wellness Program 20% VMC Employee Discount Access to entertainment, education & money saving perks Paid holidays (10 Holidays) Paid Personal Holiday (1 - you choose when to take this one!) Relocation Assistance For more information on University of Minnesota benefits, click . Hourly Range: $16.39 to $21.40 Have any specific questions? We would love to hear from you! Contact us directly at: Pat Berzins, Hospital Administrator, [email protected] Deb Vogt, Director of Receiving Services, [email protected] Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent About the Department The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) has served the community for more than a century. It is the most advanced, full-service referral care center for large and small animals in Minnesota. The VMC sees more than 35,000 cases annually, with specialists available in all areas of medicine and surgery. More than 50 of the veterinarians on staff have undergone several years of additional training to become board-certified specialists in a particular area of veterinary medicine. The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Small Animal Hospital for dogs, cats, and other companion animals, the Piper Clinic at the new Leatherdale Equine Center, for horses, and the Large Animal Hospital, which treats farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the positi n and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.