O

Ohio State University

Public research university in Columbus, OH

Veterinary Care Technician 3 - Registered Veterinary Technician, Equine/Farm Animal ICU

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$28.22 - $35.29
Junior
Bachelor's, Master's
Columbus, OH, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryVeterinary Professionals
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduation from an accredited program within a clinical discipline is required.
  • A clinical license or certification is required, specifically Registered Veterinary Technician registration through the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board.
  • Passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam is required.
  • One year of relevant experience is required.
  • Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and push, pull, or lift up to 75 pounds.
  • The role involves exposure to animal dander or zoonotic diseases, needle sticks, hazardous chemicals, and biohazardous waste.
Responsibilities
  • Assist veterinarians with technical procedures and activities involving large-animal care, particularly pain management and critical care for equine and farm animal patients.
  • Assist team clinicians and caregiving colleagues with reception, treatment, surgical assistance, and monitoring of large-animal patients requiring emergency or intensive care.
  • Provide direct large-animal care and assist clinicians and professional students in providing care and treatments.
  • Prepare animals and equipment for medical procedures, provide surgical assistance, and instruct students in preparation and delivery of care.
  • Communicate critical changes in patient status to clinicians and maintain progress reports when students are unavailable.
  • Attend or conduct patient shift-transition rounds to transfer information to incoming and outgoing technicians.
  • Enter charges in ezyVet for services rendered according to hospital fee schedules.
  • Work 40 hours per week, including required holidays and on-call shifts based on a team rotation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Two to four years of relevant experience is preferred.
  • An advanced degree may be desirable.

About the company

The Ohio State University is a comprehensive public research university that combines undergraduate, graduate, and professional education with research and public service.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

N/A

Get referred to Ohio State University

See people who can refer or advise you