What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swine Veterinary Technician position at PIPESTONE?
Objective: Every day, independent family farms across the country rely on Pipestone Veterinary Services to provide outstanding animal care to assist with their ability to provide a wholesome food source to help feed the growing world. We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual to join our fast-paced veterinary team as we continue our next phase of growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Work directly with veterinarians to help identify root causes of diseases through sample collection and on-farm assessment.
- Work with pig farmers, build relationships, and become a trusted advisor for their operation.
- Craft and promote proactive on-farm health programs.
- Assist farmers with skill training, such as ventilation, marketing, and pig placement as needed.
- Conduct producer education and certification programs such as PQA certification and site assessments, Secure Pork Plans, and other programs as developed.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent experience
Experience: Previous swine related experience is required.