Veterinary Assistant – Small Animal Surgery


Veterinary Assistant


Posted Under: Manhattan, Kansas jobs in Science, Research & Development; Science, Research & Development jobs in zipcode 66506
Posted On: 2026-04-09 00:00:00

About This Role This position exists to assist with providing quality assistance for client/teaching/research animals in the VHC. This is a position primarily assigned to provide assistance with Small Animal Surgery on a daily basis, whether it is to enhance help for a busy surgery schedule, to assist with teaching, or to help with a research project. Assignments will be made by the supervisor. Worksite Description This position is On-site . What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma • One year of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: • Veterinary Assistant Certification • College study with course work in animal science or closely related field • Ability to handle, restrain, and provide assistance for medical services to senior veterinary students, clinicians, and Registered Veterinary Technicians for domestic animals • Ability to maintain and use ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment • Ability to perform word processing and data entry procedures on a personal computer • Be willing and able to master new techniques • Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees, professional personnel, and the public • Ability to write and interpret written direction • Ability to communicate orally with professional and subordinate personnel Additional licenses / registrations / certifications: • Must possess a valid driver's license once employed. Sponsorship eligibility: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Application Window: Closes April 15, 2026 Anticipated Hiring Pay Range $15.50-$16.50 per hour