VETERINARY TECHNICIAN / ASSISTANT
Greater Lansing Area (Williamston), Michigan
Equine Athlete Veterinary Services is seeking one qualified veterinary technician/assistant to join our Michigan team!
Equine Athlete Veterinary Services is a growing veterinary practice committed to providing the highest standard of care to each of our patients, whether at their farm or at a horse show. This position offers an exciting opportunity to see a large number of horses and be a part of their journey throughout every stage of their career. We prioritize teamwork, and recognize the important role every position plays in our ability to be successful.
This is a full-time, hourly position that is overtime-pay eligible, with employer-sponsored health insurance and 401k options available, and paid time off provided annually.
Flexibility and willingness to travel is essential as this position will include regular working trips to a variety of horse shows around the country throughout the year. All travel expenses are covered.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a team environment and shares the same dedication to patient and client care.
Each of our technicians/assistants must have excellent horse handling skills and is responsible for holding, jogging, and lunging horses for exams, preparing patients for sterile procedures, and managing inventory. Special consideration will be given to licensed technicians or candidates with experience in sports medicine.
We invest in some of the best sports medicine technology available, and provide a unique opportunity for growth in this position through education and training to use the equipment, including managing therapeutic treatment schedules at some of the larger horse shows we attend.
A typical day consists of traveling to different farms in the region, with longer days in the summer around scheduled horse shows. With our clients located throughout Michigan and surrounding regions, there will be days that may include hours in the truck traveling from one farm to another; however, we try to be as efficient as possible when scheduling and plan days around farms in similar areas.
Equine Athlete works closely with many large training barns; therefore, some farm calls require overnight stays in the area to efficiently evaluate while also allowing dedicated time for each patient as needed.
Compensation is dependent on experience, with opportunity for growth within the company. All positions within our company have the goal of a long-term relationship.
Temporary accommodations may be provided if relocation is required.
As a company, we invest a lot of time, effort, and resources into our clients and horses in our care. We understand the time and dedication it requires from each individual to establish a successful team, and we strive to provide a rewarding experience for everyone who shares our commitment. Not all days are easy, but we work hard to get through the challenging days together.
Sports Medicine fellow
Greater Lansing Area (Okemos/Williamston), Michigan
Equine Athlete Veterinary Services is a multi-state, multi-location practice serving some of the most elite show and competition horses in the united states.
With a primary focus in sports medicine and lameness, our practice has thoughtfully developed a Sports Medicine Fellowship program designed to help veterinarians grow professionally. Our multifaceted approach focuses on practicing a high level of veterinary medicine, mastering technical skills, and developing a comprehensive understanding of case management.
• The Sports Medicine Fellowship is a 2-year position working directly with Equine Athlete partner Dr. Brad Hill and our Michigan division based out of Okemos/Williamston and traveling to large training facilities and horse shows across the country.
Want to get a feel for our practice? We highly encourage you to reach out and take advantage of our externship opportunities offered throughout the year!
• There is no on-call requirement with this position, with the exception of the possibility during attended horse shows.
• This position is all ambulatory and centered around the management of today’s equine athlete; it offers the opportunity to see a vast number of cases, rapidly gaining extensive experience in lameness diagnosis, imaging, and therapeutics. We are proud of our culture of strong mentorship from the more experienced practitioners and our sense of teamwork amongst peers and staff across all locations.
• One of the strengths of this program is its high level of mentorship and hands-on experience. Many of our patients stay in our care for decades; the opportunity to closely follow these athletes, from their response to treatment to their recovery from injuries, presents a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with case management.
• Travel is part of our success as a practice. Our involvement at training farms and horse shows provides the competitive advantage of continuity of care for these athletes throughout their careers and is what sets our team apart in the performance horse industry. Interns and Fellows who have participated in our programs have found the hands-on experience, skillset, and overall knowledge base gained during their time was unparalleled to that of their peers in similar programs.
No positions within our practice are hired-on as temporary help for the season or year and have the primary goal of a long-term relationship and position within our growing company. As our Fellows transition to an Associate within our team, we strive to provide you with the tools and support needed to build your own caseload around your specific area(s) of interest!
As a company, we invest a lot of time, effort, and resources into our clients and horses in our care. We understand the time and dedication it requires from each individual to establish a successful team, and we strive to provide a rewarding experience for everyone who shares our commitment. Not all days are easy, but we work hard to get through the challenging days together.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Sports Medicine Intern
Greater Lansing Area (Okemos/Williamston), Michigan
Equine Athlete Veterinary Services is a multi-state, multi-location practice serving some of the most elite show and competition horses in the united states.
With a primary focus in sports medicine and lameness, our practice has thoughtfully developed Sports Medicine Internship and Fellowship programs designed to help veterinarians grow professionally. Our multifaceted approach focuses on practicing a high level of veterinary medicine, mastering technical skills, and developing a comprehensive understanding of case management.
• The Sports Medicine Internship is a 1-year position working directly with Equine Athlete partner Dr. Brad Hill and our Michigan division, including Associate Dr. Meagan Szarek and Dr. Katelynn Cox.
Want to get a feel for our practice? We highly encourage you to reach out and take advantage of our externship opportunities offered throughout the year!
• There is no on-call requirement with this position, with the exception of the possibility during attended horse shows.
• This position is all ambulatory and centered around the management of today’s equine athlete; it offers the opportunity to see a vast number of cases, rapidly gaining extensive experience in lameness diagnosis, imaging, and therapeutics. We are proud of our culture of strong mentorship from the more experienced practitioners and our sense of teamwork amongst peers and staff across all locations.
• One of the strengths of this program is its high level of mentorship and hands-on experience. Many of our patients stay in our care for decades; the opportunity to closely follow these athletes, from their response to treatment to their recovery from injuries, presents a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with case management.
• Travel is part of our success as a practice. Our involvement at training farms and horse shows provides the competitive advantage of continuity of care for these athletes throughout their careers and is what sets our team apart in the performance horse industry. Interns and Fellows who have participated in our programs have found the hands-on experience, skillset, and overall knowledge base gained during their time was unparalleled to that of their peers in similar programs.
No positions within our practice are hired-on as temporary help for the season or year and have the primary goal of a long-term relationship and position within our growing company. Interns have the opportunity to transition into the fellowship position immediately. As a Fellow transitioning to an Associate within our team, we strive to provide you with the tools and support needed to build your own caseload around your specific area(s) of interest!
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!