24000000SR - University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Description:

Typical Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care in a variety of services (medicine, surgery, anesthesia, rehabilitation, emergency and critical care, field services, farrier, and reproduction) by assessing large animal patients, performing triage, and preparing patients for exams or treatments. Performs diagnostic tests and submits blood work and lab specimens.Records patients' medical histories, symptoms, and observations.Administers medications and treatment.Prepares for surgical procedures, using aseptic and sterile techniques. Helps to establish a plan of care and confers with owner.Regularly communicates with supervising Clinician. Operates and cleans medical and/or surgical equipment such as laparoscopic and arthroscopic machines, endoscopes, ultrasound machines, etc. Operates and maintains heavy equipment such as stocks, chutes, etc. Collaborates with others to ensure quality patient care is received.Enters charges on patient accounts. Manages supplies, equipment, and inventory.Organizes products, maintains equipment, and orders supplies.
• Supports teaching efforts by instructing students, interns, and residents. Supports research efforts by teaching in laboratories and non-clinical settings when time allows.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)- accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within first year of employment
• Future graduates will be considered as long as degree is obtained prior to start

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications:

Other Tech/Para-Professional
Other Tech/Para-Professional
US-Tennessee-knoxville