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Job ID343558 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyLR-Technical Full/Part TimeFull-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 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 (11 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: $20.80 to $24.51 Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent Have any specific questions? We would love to hear from you! Contact us directly at: Pat Berzins, Hospital Administrator, berzi001@umn.edu Sara Rose, Director of Receiving Services, rose1774@umn.edu About the Department The Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) has served the community for more than a century. The Veterinary Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest veterinary hospitals, treating more than 35,000companion and 4,000 large animal cases annually. A world-renowned clinic with state-of-the-art equipmentand comprehensive, cutting-edge services, the Veterinary Medical Center is the state's premier provider of topquality veterinary care. With access to the University of Minnesota's care network, the Veterinary MedicalCenter focuses on enhancing the human-animal bond while providing access to outstanding patient care. The Veterinary Medical Center is comprised of the Lewis Small Animal Hospitalfor dogs, cats, and othercompanion animals, the Piper Clinic at the Leatherdale Equine Center, for horses, the Large Animal Hospital,which treats equine and farm animals, and occasionally, zoo animals, and the West Metro Equine Practice,located in Long Lake, MN. To learn more about the Veterinary Medical Center cl ck . 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 including answering questions related to your shift and specialty preferences along with attaching a resume. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu 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.