What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician - Small Animal Community Practice position at Tuskegee University?
Position Information
Position Title
Veterinary Technician - Small Animal Community Practice
Status
Job Summary
The Small Animal Community Practice Veterinary Technician will provide hands-on patient care and support to faculty veterinarians, interns, and veterinary students. The role includes direct animal care, clinical support, and teaching assistance, and client communication. This position is ideal for a technician who enjoys working in a dynamic, team-oriented teaching hospital environment and who values mentorship and professional development.
Essential Job Duties
- Provide daily care, handling and monitoring of animals in the small animal services of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH ).
- Assist faculty in routine and specialized procedures (physical exams, diagnostic sample collection, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, pain management, CPR, specialty procedures, etc.).
- Support veterinary students and small animal interns by teaching and demonstrating technical skills (medication administration, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, bandaging, patient monitoring, etc.).
- Manage patient schedules, inventory, and medical records to ensure smooth operation of the Community Practice/shelter medicine service.
- Assist and support assigned service and other services as time/resources allow.
- Maintain all equipment in the community practice and shelter medicine areas of the VTH.
- Manage and monitor hospitalized patients.
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards (AAHA, IACUC, USDA, OSHA, AVMA-COE).
- Participate in academic rounds and contribute to the teaching and mentorship of future veterinarians and small animal rotating interns.
- Provide client communication and discharge education as needed. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Dean, Department Head, VT H Director or Section Chief.
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
- Graduate of an accredited veterinary technology program (or equivalent).
- Licensed, or eligible for licensure, in the state of Alabama. At least one year of veterinary practice or academic veterinary technician experience required.
Physical Demands
Skills and Attributes
Knowledge:
- Provide daily care, handling and monitoring of animals in the small animal services of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH ).
Skills:
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability:
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a collaborative team.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Will this position required travel?
No
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
No
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
Yes
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
10/02/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
- Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/3357
Salary : $33,546 - $45,119