Veterinary Technician - Clinical Skills Lab

Job Title

Veterinary Technician - Clinical Skills Lab

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of Veterinary Medicine

Proposed Minimum Salary

$20.04 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

Are you looking to use your clinical skills in a new way? Would you like to help train the veterinarians of the future?

At Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences we are looking for a team-oriented, experienced Veterinary Technician who would like to help veterinary students perfect their technical skills in the first three years of their veterinary education. This person would work in a team of technicians under the supervision of dedicated veterinarians to train students in all of the technical skills necessary to become a successful veterinarian. This position involves regularly guiding students as they develop clinical competencies in a classroom-based learning environment (Clinical Skills Lab).

Opportunities to Contribute

• Educational Mentorship: Instruct veterinary students in proper clinical techniques, guiding and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. Play a crucial role in their education and professional development while further investing in your own development.

• Collaborative Team Environment: Work closely with a dedicated team of faculty veterinarians, residents, interns, and veterinary students. Contribute to a collaborative environment where teamwork is key to delivering outstanding veterinary care and education.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician II: Associate degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science, a related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience AND two years of technical experience in veterinary medicine.

The well-qualified candidate will also possess

• Experience involving student instruction and/or mentorship

• Experience teaching or in a learning environment

• Experience in a managerial role and/or lead tech role

• Experience in a veterinary medical hospital setting

• Graduate of an AVMA approved veterinary technician program

• Certification as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, or Emergency / Critical Care

• Working knowledge of veterinary equipment used within a veterinary hospital

What you need to know

• Work Schedule/Location: Located at the College of Veterinary Medicine in College Station, TX, this position has a typical schedule of Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

• Salary: Starting at $20.04/hour for a Veterinary Technician II, compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  

Some Responsibilities include:

• Clinical and Instructional: Provide clinical support and instruction in anesthesia, surgery, and intensive care, while maintaining accurate medical records and preparing clinical pathology samples. Educate students in various veterinary techniques, including suture, diagnostic skills, and anesthesia protocols, and effectively cross-train between large and small animal hospitals.

• Equipment: Ensure the availability and proper functioning of equipment for patient and student safety, maintain and operate laboratory and monitoring equipment, and manage inventory control and maintenance of hospital capital equipment.

• Monitor and Record Data: Instruct and assist students in maintaining accurate patient anesthesia and medical records, ensure proper documentation and accounting of charges and controlled substances, and help organize and maintain the Clinical Skills Laboratory scheduling system.

• Training and Certification: Remains current with safety classes, rabies prop