Veterinary Technician II - Inpatient Medicine

About the role

Overview Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. Since 1985, we have offered high quality medical care, consultation, referral, and emergency veterinary services for the care of dogs, cats, and exotic pets. The hospital also serves as the primary clinical training environment for the veterinary students, interns, and residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient care including monitoring, managing and implementing treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to ensure prompt delivery of high-quality care to inpatient, acute care, exotic and isolation cases.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical care team members throughout the hospital to coordinate and prioritize patient care in a high-volume environment.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient condition to members of the patient care team.
• Complete diagnostic testing as ordered by clinicians including bench-top lab tests.
• Teaching responsibilities include instructing veterinary students and student technicians in all technical aspects of patient care.
• Assist in training, orienting, and mentoring new Veterinary Technicians and Animal Care Attendants in all aspects of the department.
• Maintenance - Clinical maintenance includes maintaining adequate inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Handle control substances according to written SOPs as required.
• Clean and maintain clinical areas including treatment and patient housing areas.
• Facilitate the maintenance of clinical equipment by identifying malfunctioning equipment and scheduling service.
• Provide technical assistance in academic and clinical research including treating research/laboratory animals.
• Provide coverage for other sections of the hospital as needed.
• Participate in service and hospital wide initiatives as required.
• Complete at least 6 hours of RACE approved CE annually.
• Effectively communicate with clients to provide education, explain treatment plans, and review discharge instructions including medication administration.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree from an AVMA-accredited institution providing training in veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, or veterinary science
• 3 years of experience as a veterinary technician in a fast-paced hospital
• One year experience at a university hospital or large scale hospital
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to learn electronic medical record systems and other software systems used
• Mastery of basic technical skills associated with your related service, including mandatory skills below
• Demonstrated ability to work independently when completing basic tasks and procedural skills, and the ability to conduct more advanced tasks under supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team of clinical and administrative professionals
• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and veterinary pharmacology
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent service to both internal and external customers
• Safely restrain cats and