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 our which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs. To learn more, please visit our website
What we want
The Veterinary Technician I, under the supervision of a Veterinary Technician II or higher is responsible for aiding faculty, staff and veterinary students with patient care, treatments, and minor / endoscopic / interventional imaging procedures. Helps to maintain a clean sanitary and well-organized service area within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.
What you need to know
Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Required Education and Experience :
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Basic computer skillsWorking knowledge of equipment used in a veterinary teaching hospital.Thorough knowledge of equipment used in area of specialization.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Demonstrates knowledge of canine and feline anatomy and physiology.Able to appropriately handle and restrain feline and canine patients with methods of fear free and / or feline friendly.Ability to communicate professionally, effectively, and positively with all individuals in a veterinary medical teaching hospital setting.Knowledge of feline and canine endocrinology, respiratory, urinary, gastroenterology, infectious disease, endoscopy procedures and interventional imaging procedures.Preferred Qualifications :
Certification as a Licensed Veterinary Technician or one year experience in a veterinary medical setting.Responsibilities :
Internal Medicine and Interventional Radiology Duties : Prepares patient for endoscopy procedures. Assists residents with various endoscopic procedures. (Tracheoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Rhinoscopy, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Cystoscopy, Vaginoscopy, etc.). Utilizes aseptically cold sterilize bronchoscope for Tracheoscopy, Bronchoscopy with collection of diagnostic samples. Performs aseptic surgical preparation of patient for Esophagostomy Tube Placement, Laparoscopic Liver Biopsy, Endoscopic Assisted Cystotomy / Percutaneous Cystolithotomy, Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Coil Embolization, Ureteral Stent Placement, Urethral Stent Placement, cystoscopy / vaginoscopy, etc. Provides technical support for Interventional Radiology procedures. Assists in the scheduling anesthesia for endoscopic or surgical procedures, providing communication to all areas of the hospital. Instructs, guides, and supervises veterinary students, interns, and residents in proper technique of minor procedures such as joint taps, infectious disease blood cultures, transtracheal wash, endotracheal wash, male / female urinary catheterization, fine needle aspirates, blood smear, etc. Maintains and processes endoscopy equipment. Ensures necessary equipment is re-sterilized and available for following day of a procedure. Submits purchase orders for specialty equipment for procedures. Assists and manages safe sedation or general anesthesia of patients as directed by clinician.Internal Medicine and Interventional Radiology Clinical Responsibilities : Instructs, guides, and supervises veterinary students, interns, and residents in proper clinical techniques to support patient care. Monitors patients to detect any change in their clinical status and keep patients clean. Provides physical restraint for the safe handling of patient animals. Performs or assists with collection and submission of patients’ blood, urine, feces, and tissues. Assists and instructs in the performance of diagnostic procedures and examinations. Administers patient treatment following a clinician’s orders without direct supervision. Places and maintains IV catheters. Assists in all Internal Medicine services as needed, providing technical support due to staff outages or caseload. Provides assistance to other services as case load permits.Teaching, Research and Clinical Trials : Participates in the instruction of technical skills in labs and seminars as needed. Participates in clinical and basic research programs as needed within the terms of employment (Maintaining safe, clean, sanitary work environment : Maintains a sanitary and well-organized service within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Restocks supplies and medical inventory as needed. Cleans, disinfects and repackages items for sterilization specific to the service. Maintains equipment within the service area.Required training, compliance, and administrative procedures : Remains current with safety classes, rabies prophylaxis, Radiation safety training, Infection Control, Aseptic Technique and maintains certification or licensure where appropriate. Ensures all hospital fees are correctly captured and entered into hospital electronic medical records system. Enters worked time and leave entry into Workday in a timely manner. Answers email correspondence. Assists with school and hospital accreditations and inspections (AVMA, IACUC, AAHA, AAALAC, etc.). Performs duties as assigned as an essential employee of the VMTH. May require working alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, or “on-call” duty.
