Veterinary Technician I - Small Animal ER

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourwhich are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) includes theand the both of which are dedicated to the total well-being and care of a pet throughout its lifetime. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.

What we want

The Veterinary Technician I position provides technical support to the Small Animal Emergency Receiving Service of the Small Animal Teaching Hospital.

What you need to know

Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.This position is eligible for a shift differential.

Cover Letter / Resume : A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Schedule : Mayrequire working alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, or “on-call duty”. Works alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, and on-call duty for sick-call and ventilator call as required.

Other Factors : Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless or until relieved by the direct supervisor.

Required Education and Experience

Associate degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science or a related area, or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

One-year relevant experience within the Texas A&M University System

Certification as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

Certification as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (ECC, Anesthesia, or Internal Medicine)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Basic computer skills

General understanding of equipment used in a veterinary medical teaching hospital

No inhibiting allergies to animals, hay, or dust

Able to lift or move heavy loads

Provide quality customer service to internal and external customers / clients

Responsibilities

Coverage of Emergency Receiving Service :  Performs triage of patients presented to ER Service. Monitors physical and medical condition of critical patients. Administers patient medications as directed by the clinician. Administers and monitors fluid therapy. Performs pain score assessments. Maintains clean and sanitary patient environment.

Performs Medical Procedures per Clinician’s Direction :  Places and maintains IV catheters. Places urinary catheters. Places nasal tubes. Places and maintains bandages. Performs wound management.

Provides Life-Sustaining Emergency Care :  Performs CPCR and defibrillation. Provides oxygen therapy. Instructs and supervises students in CPCR techniques. Maintains crash cart, anesthesia machine, and other equipment and supplies needed for CPCR.

Maintains Complete and Accurate Medical Records :  Records data regarding patient’s physical and medical status. Records all medications administered. Records fluid types and volumes administered. Records information regarding urine output, mentation, appetite and other parameters as needed. Records changes in the medical orders, as directed by the clinician. Captures fees and inputs fees into the VMIS system.

Instruction and Guidance to Veterinary Students :  Instructs veterinary students in emergency procedures and principles. Provides supervision to students performing emergency procedures. Participates in continuing education seminars. Participates in laboratory instruction and instruction of the clinical skills lab.

Assists with Laboratory Monitoring :  Performs laboratory tests (NOVA, glucose level, BUN, PCV / TS, ACT, FLV / FIV, heartworm titers, urinalysis, and ethylene glycol). Assists clinicians and students with laboratory sample collection. Performs service and maintenance of equipment.

Back-up Duties :  Provides oversight of patients housed in isolation. Works alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, and on-call duty for sick-call and ventilator call as required. Maintains certification or licensure where appropriate, radiation safety, infection control, and aseptic technique. Participates in clinical and basic research programs as needed (

Other Duties :  Performs other duties as required.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

of annual paid holidays

Up to and at least each month

Automatically enrollment in the

Health and Wellness :

Professional Development : All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees