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Ohio State University

Public research university in Columbus, OH

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

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/2/2026
$28.22 - $35.29/hr
Junior
Columbus, OH, USA
In Person
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited program within a clinical discipline.
  • Requires a clinical license or certification; must be a Registered Veterinary Technician through the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board.
  • Must pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam.
  • Requires 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Must work 40 hours per week, including required holidays and on-call shifts based on team rotation.
  • 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.
  • Final candidates must successfully complete a background check; a drug screen or physical may be required after an offer.
Responsibilities
  • Assist veterinarians with technical procedures and activities involving large animal care, specifically equine and farm animal pain management and critical care.
  • 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.
  • Provide care and treatments to large animal patients.
  • Assist with surgery and instruct students in preparing animals and equipment for medical procedures and delivering care.
  • Communicate critical changes in patient status to clinicians.
  • Maintain progress reports when students are unavailable.
  • Attend or conduct patient shift-transition rounds to ensure information is transferred to incoming and outgoing technicians.
  • Enter charges in ezyVet for services rendered according to hospital fee schedules.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • An advanced degree may be desirable.
  • Two to four years of relevant experience is preferred.

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.

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