Top 9 Animal care Jobs in Manhattan, Ks

Veterinary Assistant – Small Animal Emergency
Kansas State University —Manhattan, KS
- $14.54 - $21.81 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Laboratory Animal Tech I
Kansas State University —Manhattan, KS
- $15.00 - $21.82 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sanitation
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Animal Technician I - Large Animal
Kansas State University —Manhattan, KS
- $15.50 - $16.50 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Pet Trainer
PetSmart —Manhattan, KS
- $13.07 - $21.08 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Pharmacy Technician Animal Health Customer Care Specialist - Hybrid after training
Wedgewood Pharmacy —Manhattan, KS
- From $18 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Ranch Hand
Booth Creek Wagyu —Olsburg, KS
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Extended hours
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Ophthalmology
Kansas State University —Manhattan, KS
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Surgery
- University
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Animal Care Technician
Argenta —Manhattan, KS
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
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Veterinary Assistant – Small Animal Emergency

Kansas State University -
Manhattan, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
$14.54 - $21.81 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated Small Animal Emergency team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position will provide assistance to VHC veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians in the performance of their duties to improve the efficiency of the ER service and improve the client service experience. Duties will include providing clerical and patient care support, triage, and serving as a medical record specialist in the Small Animal Emergency service. Working hours for this position will be Monday & Friday, 11pm-7am, Saturday & Sunday 11pm-11am.

522055

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

Veterinary Health Center

Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)

Closing at: Aug 20 2026 - 23:55 CDT

On-site

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated Small Animal Emergency team to help facilitate exemplary patient care and quality customer service. This position will provide assistance to VHC veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians in the performance of their duties to improve the efficiency of the ER service and improve the client service experience. Duties will include providing clerical and patient care support, triage, and serving as a medical record specialist in the Small Animal Emergency service. Working hours for this position will be Monday & Friday, 11pm-7am, Saturday & Sunday 11pm-11am.

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.

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:

High school diploma (or equivalent)
One year of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two or more years of experience as a veterinary assistant providing patient care.
Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment.
Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals including exotic pets.
Willingness to master new techniques.
Demonstrated experience, knowledge, and comfort with Word and Excel software.
Ability to provide software instruction to a variety of audiences.

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: August 20, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.54 - $21.81/hour

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship:

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas:

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.

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