Job Details

Small Animal Veterinary Technician

Position Number: 6965004
Location: Amarillo, TX
Position Type: Agriculture - Veterinary Medicine

Small Animal Veterinary Technician
Amarillo
43976BR
Veterinary Medicine

Position Description
Provides advanced veterinary technical skills with respect to the care, management, treatment, and documentation of care provided to animals used in the teaching and research program of the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine (TTU SVM). This job would involve instruction of veterinary students in clinical and professional skills laboratories involving multiple species including physical examination, surgical, medical, handling, and communication situations. Incumbent must be willing and able to follow-up on all animal health issues on a daily basis. This will at times require weekend and holiday care of sick animals. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
The Small Animal Veterinary Technician provides advanced veterinary technical expertise in support of the teaching mission of the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. This position plays a vital role in the pre-clinical veterinary curriculum by delivering high-level patient care, instructional support, and laboratory coordination within the Clinical and Professional Skills (CPS) program and elective courses.

The incumbent collaborates closely with DVM faculty to deliver hands-on training in many aspects, including but not limited to anesthesia, physical examination, diagnostics, behavior and handling, and professional skills laboratories involving multiple species. As the School does not operate a traditional teaching hospital, the technician's responsibilities are primarily within the pre-clinical instructional environment.

This position requires daily follow-up on animal health concerns and may require weekend and holiday care for sick animals. Successful candidates will foster a values-based environment consistent with the School's Core Values and will cultivate collegial, professional relationships with faculty, staff, and students. Annual evaluation includes review of both performance and contribution to the School's core values.

TTU SVM Core Values

All employees are expected to actively practice and promote:

Community
Integrity
Kindheartedness
Grit

The incumbent collaborates closely with DVM faculty to deliver hands-on training in many aspects, including but not limited to anesthesia, physical examination, diagnostics, behavior and handling, and professional skills laboratories involving multiple species. As the School does not operate a traditional teaching hospital, the technician's responsibilities are primarily within the pre-clinical instructional environment.

Major/Essential Functions

Provide training, teaching, and assessment support in CPS and elective labs; act as lab lead in the absence of faculty instructors in assigned teaching labs.
Provide medical care in collaboration with DVM faculty for teaching animals (dogs and cats); ensure upkeep of proper medical records; communicate through proper reporting chain; support Small Animal Husbandry Caretakers in Raider.
Animal Care program, enrichment, and behavior assessments.
Support CPS Technicians in set up, ensuring compliant operations, and cleanup of CPS lab areas.
Support CPS Technicians in maintenance and care of models.
Ensure appropriate levels of inventory are available and prepped for CPS and elective labs.
Support Anatomic Pathology Technicians in teaching specimen preparation, delivery, and cleanup.
Collaborate with the Inventory Manager to maintain equipment in assigned areas; upkeep of maintenance logs for assigned equipment.
All procedures will be followed in accordance with the CPS Faculty and Staff Handbook.
Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and accurate technical documentation.

Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Five years of experience working with animals in a veterinary hospital. Fostering the Core Values of the School of Veterinary Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program.
Credentialed (LVT, CVT, or RVT) veterinary technician.
Experience in anesthesia and surgical support.
Experience in a teaching or academic veterinary environment.
Experience with advanced diagnostic imaging modalities.
Experience using electronic medical record systems.

Pay Range
$17.69 - $22.98 - $28.32

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.