Clinical Programs Small Animal Veterinary Technician
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Amarillo
Clinical Programs Small Animal Veterinary Technician
41892BR
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
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
About the Department and / or College
This position would aid TTU clinical faculty delivering instruction for the clinical year program at Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. The clinical year program is the 4th and final year of veterinary student instruction and is delivered in both on-campus and at off-campus partnering veterinary practices. This position will primarily assist faculty who are delivering instruction off-campus, at Amarillo Animal Management and Welfare, and our mobile CARES unit. The position will have responsibility of inventory management of ambulatory vehicles, and AAMW TTU SVM inventory at the practice. This person may also aid in daily instruction of veterinary students in veterinary work provided at the shelter including physical examination, diagnostics and medical treatments, anesthesia, and surgery. The technician would be based out of Amarillo and may accompany clinical faculty on the CARES unit, on an as needed basis.
Successful candidates will be expected to foster a values-based environment within the School and to develop collegial relationships with faculty, staff, and students at TTU and the TTUHSC and other institutions as appropriate. Annual evaluation includes review of both performance and contribution to the School's core values. The core values of the School are :
- Community
- Integrity
- Kindheartedness
- Grit
- Inspiration
Major / Essential Functions
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
Seasoned veterinary technical experience in all aspects of small animal practice.
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is based in Amarillo, Texas.
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Professional / Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Hourly
Job Family
Research
Job Sub Family
Laboratory Animal Care
Annualized Pay Range
$36,800 - $47,800 - $58,900
Hourly Pay Range
$17.69 - $22.98 - $28.32
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu / hr / payplan.
Travel Required
None
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
EEO Statement
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.
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Veterinary Technician • Amarillo, Texas, United States