Veterinary Technician II - Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery

Job Title

Veterinary Technician II - Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med-Teaching Hospital

Proposed Minimum Salary

$20.04 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

Are you passionate about providing exceptional animal care and working alongside a dedicated team of veterinary professionals?

We are seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician II to join our Orthopedic Surgery team and assist in the treatment of small animals admitted to our hospital. In this role, you will support veterinary staff and help to maintain a sanitary and functionally well-organized service within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Support Orthopedic Veterinarians: Collaborate closely with orthopedic veterinarians to ensure smooth and efficient surgical procedures and recovery for orthopedic patients.

• Mentor Students in Clinical Techniques: Share your knowledge and experience with students, guiding them through essential clinical techniques to develop the skills and confidence needed for their future careers.

• Maintain a Sanitary and Well-Organized Hospital: Keep the hospital environment sanitary, well-stocked, and efficiently organized to ensure smooth hospital operations.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Two years of technical experience in a veterinary hospital or referral clinic environment

Persons in this position should possess basic computer skills, knowledge of veterinary hospital equipment, and the ability to multitask and work well with others. They should understand medical math, canine and feline anatomy/physiology, and be able to appropriately handle and restrain animals using fear-free and/or feline-friendly methods. Effective, professional, and positive with all individuals, including internal and external customers/clients, is essential.

The well-qualified candidate will also possess a bachelor's degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science, or related area, two years of experience in area of specialization related to the position, two years of relevant experience within the Texas A&M University System, certification as a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), and knowledge of feline and orthopedic surgical procedures.

What you need to know

Salary: Starting at $20.04/hour, compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  

Schedule: The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, with some holiday coverage required.

Please Note: Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc.

What you need to do

Apply! A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. 

Some of the Responsibilities Include:

• Orthopedic Responsibilities: Prepares patients for aseptic surgery, serves as a scrub nurse during orthopedic procedures (including arthroscopies, TPLOs and fracture repairs, total joint replacement), and assists with scheduling surgical procedures and communicates to all areas of the hospital, including with clients and referring veterinarians. Ensures necessary equipment is available, supports the anesthesia service, and supports clinicians, re