Veterinary Nurse II or III - Small Animal Surgery

About This Role

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Nurse II or III to join our dedicated team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position provides veterinary support and performs semi-routine tasks in the Small Animal Surgery section. Employee provides assistance in the care of patients through independently performing technical procedures and administering treatments. Other responsibilities include providing support for a busy receiving or surgery schedule, assisting with teaching, or helping with research projects. Working hours for this position will include Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm as well as rotational standby coverage for after hours and weekend/holiday emergency procedures.

About Us

The Veterinary Health Center is a teaching hospital that offers routine, emergency, and specialty care services. The VHC strives to provide exceptional care for patients from high-quality routine healthcare to state-of-the-art advanced therapy for seriously ill patients. The Veterinary Health Center is located in Manhattan, Kansas which is a vibrant college community with a population of over 55,000 in the Flint Hills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary), health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans. To see what benefits are available, please visit: www.ksvhc.org/about/employment/recruitment.html

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• For Veterinary Nurse II:
  - Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
  - 2 years of relevant experience.
  - Must obtain a Kansas license as a Veterinary Technician within 6 months of employment.
• For Veterinary Nurse III:
  - Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary or animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
  - Five years of relevant experience as a veterinary technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) after passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam.
  - Must obtain a Kansas license as a Veterinary Technician within 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and animal husbandry.
* Advanced knowledge of nursing care, service flow, and section requirements.
* Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals.
* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
* Ability to perform diagnostic procedures.
* Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment.
* Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures.
* Ability to work in high intensity environment.
* Skilled in time management and prioritizing daily tasks.
* Skilled in interpersonal communication, written and oral.
* Skilled in basic computer skills.
* Ability to train other employees.
* Be willing to master new techniques.

Additional Role Information:

• Advancing staff must have obtained their Kansas license as a Veterinary Technician prior to advancement.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact information for three professional references

Application Window

Applications close: November 12, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$19.28 - $21.00