Equine Internal Medicine Technician

The College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Internal Medicine Equine Technician that will assist in diagnosing and treating complex medical conditions in horses.

As a Veterinary Technician in our Equine Internal Medicine Service, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to horses with a variety of internal medical conditions. You will work closely with our board-certified specialists and veterinary students to ensure that each patient receives the best possible treatment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of equine medicine, working in a state-of-the-art facility.

This position is Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility is required as schedule may involve working beyond 5:00 p.m., some weekends, and/or holidays.

Formally known as Veterinary Technician

About the Service
The Equine Internal Medicine service specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of horses with a variety of clinical conditions. The service provides diagnostic evaluations, hospitalization, and intensive care management of horses needing 24-hour therapy, diagnosis and treatment of emergency conditions, and routine preventative health care. The aim of the equine internal medicine service is to provide the horses with outstanding care and to provide their owners with compassionate, exceptional service. The equine internal medicine service utilizes a variety of state-of-the-art equipment for advanced diagnostics in equine patients.

Learn more about the Equine Internal Medicine Service & meet the team here!

Learn more about VET MED and take a campus tour here: https://www.auburnvetmed.com/

Why should YOU work for VET MED?

Auburn University is more than just an institution; it's a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it's reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.

Depending upon the combination of education and experience, the successful candidate will be hired as a Veterinary Technician and assigned levels I, II or III.

Level I: requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification as a veterinary technician

Level II: requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification as a veterinary technician plus 2 years of experience working with equine patients in a professional veterinary setting.

Level III: requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain certification as a veterinary technician plus 4 years of experience working with equine patients in a professional veterinary setting.

Substitutions allowed for Education:
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

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