What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician I - Ward Nurse position at Texas A&M Health?
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 ourwhich are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The (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.
What we want
The Veterinary Technician I 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. They assist the professional staff and help to maintain a sanitary, functional, and well-organized service within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
What you need to know
Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.
Please Note : Persons in this position are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc., and are therefore required to report to work and remain on duty unless / until relieved by the direct supervisor. Provides weekday, weekend, and holiday on-call technical support as needed. May require working alternate shifts, holidays, weekends or “on-call” duty.
Qualifications
Required Education
Associate degree in veterinary technology, biomedical science, animal science or related area
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Large animal handling
Basic computer skills
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
General understanding of equipment used in a veterinary medical teaching hospital
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. Calculates and administers 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 / samples, and submits to appropriate laboratory. Assists and instructs in the performance of diagnostic procedures and examinations. Assists with emergency set up, clean up, and provides support where needed.
Technical Duties : Records all medications administered, fluid types and volumes administered, information regarding urine / fecal 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, CBC, Chemistry, 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.
Teaching : Instructs, guides, and supervises students in proper clinical techniques to support patient care. May assist in various continuing education seminars or skill labs.
Other Duties : 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.
