Veterinary Technician III – Emergency & Critical Care

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. In addition, the hospital creates a positive learning experience for Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University students and student technicians with regard to small animal ECC medicine and supports the training of specialized ECC technicians.

What You'll Do

• Patient Care - Provide high quality patient care including the following:
  • Monitor, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
  • Absorb, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
  • Assist clinicians with procedures.
  • Collaborate with administrative and clinical care team members throughout the hospital to coordinate and prioritize patient care.
  • Complete diagnostic testing as ordered by clinicians including bench-top lab tests.
  • Teach veterinary students and student technicians in all technical aspects of patient care.
  • Absorb, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Teaching – Teaching responsibilities include:
  • Instruct veterinary students and student technicians in all technical aspects of patient care.
  • Absorb, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
  • Assist in training, orienting, and mentoring new Veterinary Technicians in all aspects of the department.
  • Coach and mentor junior staff members as directed by supervisory staff.
  • Participate in provision of formal CE training.
  • Absorb, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Maintenance - Clinical maintenance includes:
  • Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
  • Clean and maintain clinical areas including nurses’ stations, wards, induction, intensive care unit, emergency room and operating rooms.
  • Absorb, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Miscellaneous - Other duties as assigned by supervisor and assistant supervisor including:
  • 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.

Basic Requirements

• Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience as a certified veterinary technician in a University Hospital or in a similar environment functioning at a level consistent with a Vet Tech II.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
  • Mastery of advanced technical and procedural skills associated with treating critically ill patients.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently when conducting complex tasks, with minimal supervision.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team of clinical and administrative professionals.
  • Excellent understanding of medical terminology and veterinary pharmacology, including knowledge of and ability to identify adverse drug reactions.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers, and to work collegially as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated ability to instruct students, as determined by student feedback.
  • Be able to independently initiate steps to perform CPR in absence of an attending veterinarian.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.
  • Veterinary Technician in good standing, with education or equivalent experience as outlined for Veterinary Technician II.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Exotic animal handling skills.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist.
• Veterinary Technician Credentialed as a Fear Free Certified level 1.
• Advanced Life Support RECOVER basic and Pay Range Minimum $30.65, Midpoint $36.40, Maximum $42.30.