Job TitleVeterinary Technician I - Large Animal ICU (Full-Time) Agency Texas A&M University Department Vet Med-Teaching Hospital Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff 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 core values 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 https://vetmed.tamu.edu/ What we want The Veterinary Technician I, under supervision, assists in the treatment of animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital under the supervision of a professional staff member or Veterinary Technician II or higher. Provides assistance to the professional staff and helps to maintain a sanitary and functionally well-organized service within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. What you need to know Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience. Required Education: Associate degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science or a related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Basic computer skills. General understanding of equipment used in a veterinary medical teaching hospital preferred. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Experience: Equine and Food Animal experience Preferred Licenses and Certifications: Degree in veterinary technology Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: One year of technical experience in a large animal veterinary hospital, referral clinic or specialty hospital environment. Specialty training in large animal medicine and / or emergency care. Licensed Veterinary Technician in Texas, or ability to obtain. Responsibilities: Patient Care: Monitors medical condition of critical patients admitted to the hospital. Instructs / places peripheral, central, and arterial catheters. Monitors patients to detect any change in their clinical status. Proficient in drug and constant rate infusion calculations and administration. Provides nursing care to critical patients. Provides physical restraint for the safe handling of patients. Performs or assists with the collection of patients’ blood, and other tissues, and submits to appropriate laboratory. Assists and instructs in the performance of diagnostic procedures and examinations. General Technical Duties: Records all medications administered, fluid types and volumes administered, information regarding urine output, mentation, appetite, and other parameters as needed in medical record system. Records changes in the medical orders, as directed by the clinician. Captures fees and inputs fees into the system. Performs laboratory tests (NOVA, glucose level, PCV/TS, and lactate). Provides life sustaining emergency care. Assists clinicians and students with laboratory sample collection. May assist in other service areas based on patient and staffing needs. General duties: Maintains inventory and replenishes stock. Performs service and maintenance of equipment. Ability to be in on call status. Teaching: Instructs, guides, and supervises students in proper clinical techniques to support patient care. May assist in various continuing education seminars or skill labs. Training and Certification: Remains current with various requires TAMU and department specific training courses. Maintains current rabies prophylaxis. Maintains certification or licensure where appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned. Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff. The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special. From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here! Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154. Useful Links: Benefit Programs Retirement Employee Discount Program Flexible Spending Accounts University Holidays Legal Statements New Employee Orientation Prospective Employees Safety and Security Notices Training and Development USERRA Nondiscrimination Notice