Veterinary Services Tech I - Clinical

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleVeterinary Services Tech I - ClinicalRequisition NumberRE53958Working TitleDepartment Name40832:Laboratory Animal ResourcesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level41Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsRequires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; animal handling (including carcasses); risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; exposure to temperature extremes, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne/airborne pathogens. Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing.ShiftMonday – Friday; 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (40 hours per week); This position is required to participate in weekend, after hours, Holiday and on-call rotations. Mandatory overtime may be required to meet staffing needs. Required to participate in rotational on-call for nights, weekends, and holidays. May be required to report during UK Emergency close due to inclement weather to provide treatment and support.Job SummaryThe Veterinary Services Technician I (Clinical) assists with clinical care, treatments, diagnostic procedures, and surgical support activities as assigned, while maintaining accurate medical and research records. Responsibilities also include supporting facility operations through proper sanitation, supply management, and adherence to all DLAR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements.

This position also provides routine animal care and technical support within DLAR under the direction of veterinary and supervisory staff. This position is responsible for basic animal husbandry, including feeding, watering, cage changing, and monitoring animal health and environmental conditions for a variety of species used in research including mice and other rodents, non-human primates, canines pigeons and other species.

This position requires a strong commitment to animal welfare, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Staff may be cross-trained across multiple areas and are expected to participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations, with occasional mandatory overtime to meet operational needs.

The Veterinary Services Tech I is responsible for promptly reporting any deviations from SOPs or any non-routine situations to the Supervisor. Consistent attendance, punctuality, and adherence to scheduled break times are essential requirements of the role.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows, Word, OutlookDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBA or BS Degree or it’s equivalent is preferred along with AALAS certification at LATg or ASR1 or RVT. 1 year animal care experience, animal husbandry (laboratory animal husbandry preferred) or equivalent experience directly related to care, use, handling and treatment of animals in a paid position. Valid KY Driver’s license preferredDeadline to Apply05/05/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate your paid employment experience working with laboratory animals.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * Please describe your animal-handling experience in a research lab environment,including the types of animals you have worked with and your responsibilities.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Windows, Excel and PowerPoint).
   • None
   • Basic
   • Average
   • Proficient
   • Expert
4. * Relate an experience where you taught someone how to do something related to animal care. For example, you might have trained someone to complete an unfamiliar task, like weighing an animal or giving medication to an animal via an injection.How did you determine whether or not the person learned what you were trying to teach?

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * The essential functions of this position will require you to push, pull or lift objects over 50lbs. Can you meet this requirement with or without reasonable accommodations?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Please select the response that best represents your full years paid, full-time, employment experience in research and/or working with animals.*If you have part-time work experience that you want to include, please refer to the following to determine your credit of full years of related employment experience:35+ hours worked per week = full credit for time worked28-34 hours worked per week = 75% credit for time worked18-27 hours worked per week = 50% credit for time worked9-17 hours worked per week = 25% credit for time worked< 9 hours worked per week = no credit given for time worked
   • None
   • Some, but less than one full year of employment listed above
   • At least 1 full year but less than 2 years of employment listed above
   • At least 2 full years but less than 3 years of employment listed above
   • At least 3 full years but less than 4 years of employment listed above
   • At least 4 full years but less than 5 years of employment listed above
   • At least 5 full years but less than 6 years of employment listed above
   • At least 6 full years but less than 7 years of employment listed above
   • At least 7 full years but less than 8 years of employment listed above
   • At least 8 full years but less than 9 years of employment listed above
   • At least 9 full years but less than 10 years of employment listed above
   • At least 10 full years or more of employment listed above
7. * Are you willing to work with all of the following research animals: mice, rats, gerbils, hamsters, non-human primates, chickens, pigeons, dogs, sheep, pigs and other animal species.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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