Veterinary Technician (General) - Anesthesia

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn to provide skilled paramedical support and nursing care in the Anesthesiology section (50%)
  ◦ Assist clinicians, staff and students in conducting physical examinations, handling large and small animals, and updating clinical records.
  ◦ Prepare patients for procedures under the direction of clinician or higher-level vet techs.
  ◦ Collect blood, urine and other samples and prepare samples for analysis.
  ◦ Monitor vitals, food consumption, urine and bowel output, etc., noting any irregularities.
  ◦ Based on clinician order, change bandages and prepare samples for analysis.
  ◦ Maintain patient and drug records as instructed.
  ◦ Learn Anesthesiology protocols pertaining to medication administration and procedures.
  ◦ Learn how to recognize and respond to emergency situations related to the administration of anesthetics.
  ◦ Learn how to monitor exhaust gas anesthetic waste.
• Learn to provide a clean environment and maintain anesthetic equipment (30%)
  ◦ Set up, clean, and maintain procedural areas and laboratories.
  ◦ Operate and maintain Anesthesiology equipment and instruments in both large and small animal.
  ◦ Assist in surgical area with basic duties, such as clean-up and requests to locate and retrieve items.
  ◦ Assist in maintaining supplies necessary to the anesthesia section.
  ◦ Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment and instruments.
• Learn to assist in the training of veterinary technician students and clinical year vet students
• Provide afterhours, on-call anesthesia to large and small animal patients on a rotating basis
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Working Conditions

Additional Physical Demands

Minimum Qualifications

1. Successful completion or current enrollment in the final semester of a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Illinois Veterinary Technician Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Familiar with federal regulations and university and hospital polices regarding the use and handling of controlled substances.
• Skill in the operation of surgical, laboratory and diagnostic equipment.
• Able to adapt to new technologies, procedures and equipment.
• Demonstrate adherence to strict protocols.
• Able to instruct veterinary medical/technician students in patient care protocol and procedures and in the use of equipment or instrumentation.
• Able to recognize abnormalities in vital signs of patients, assess charges observed, and take necessary action in the absence of a veterinarian.
• Able to operate on the clinical floor and anticipate needs and directions of staff and students regarding patients and methods of care.
• Able to observe, record, compile and assimilate data.
• Able to explain terminology used in veterinary medicine.
• Knowledge related to the care and handling of anesthetic waste gases will be taught.
• Able to multi-task, pay close attention to details and work calmly and professionally under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Courteous and polite.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4080 - Veterinary Technician (General) position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary starts at $21.27 per hour. 

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on September 26, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Valerie Eaton veaton@Illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1016768
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu