Amarillo
46126BR
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.
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.
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