Veterinary Technician l - Zoo Ambulatory

Veterinary Technician l - Zoo Ambulatory
Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Job Summary

The Veterinary Technician I in Zoo Ambulatory
Medicine at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital will
provide skilled technical and paramedical assistance and nursing care for
patients under general direction of faculty clinicians and may be asked to
assist in other areas of the hospital, as well. Due to the teaching nature of
the hospital, this position will supervise and instruct professional students
and veterinary technician students in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.

Patient
Care -

• Collect
  owner and patient information, including signalment and medical history
• Assist
  faculty and house officers in providing advanced veterinary care
• Perform
  patient restraint as needed
• Provide
  care for emergent, non-emergent, and healthy patients
• Provide
  care for pre-surgical and post-surgical patients
• Administer
  and monitor anesthesia of patients
• Under
  direct or written instructions of the primary clinician, oversee routine
  patient care performed by veterinary students
• Under
  direct or written instructions of the primary clinician, perform routine
  patient care on patients when veterinary students are unavailable
• Recognize
  and respond appropriately to emergency or critical care situations
• Collect,
  store and process diagnostic samples
• Record
  information in medical records including SOAP information, vital parameters,
  test results, discharge instructions, and client communication as needed
• Monitor
  hospital orders and treatment orders to ensure completion and compliance,
  informing clinicians as needed
• Assist
  with zoo animal institutional transfers, including communication with transfer
  facilities, contract sites, and state veterinarians for all requirements prior
  to transfer
• Assist
  with animal examinations, complete diagnostics, administer drugs/treatments,
  and monitor anesthesia under veterinary direction
• Coordinates
  service schedule, receives and discharges patients
• Draws
  blood, prepares for and assists with diagnostic procedures, provides medical
  care for hospitalized patients, including checking vital signs, cleaning
  wounds, changing bandages, monitoring incisions, placing catheters,
  administering medications and treatments as directed, monitoring intake and
  output levels, and exercising patients
• Coordinates
  operating room turnaround as directed or in accordance with surgical schedules,
  prepares patients with aseptic technique using knowledge of anatomy and
  surgical procedures. Assists clinicians/students with procedures in the
  surgical suites
• Submits
  patient requests and completes digital acquisition of requests. Performs
  standard procedures per established protocol and techniques including
  presenting and/or positioning patient for study
• Submits
  charges for relevant medical testing and procedures

Facilities
and Service Maintenance - Clean, stock, and maintain clinical areas

• Maintain
  necessary clinical supplies
• Maintain
  sanitary clinical conditions
• Coordinate
  with zoo staff and animal caretakers to address routine and non-routine animal
  housing needs
• Operate,
  clean, and maintain clinical equipment, including specialized equipment, such
  as anesthesia machine, radiology equipment, remote drug delivery equipment
• Manage
  vehicle (place carpool requests as needed, refill gas, address vehicle
  concerns, report mileage for long term rentals)
• Compile
  and report case log and visit data to maintain COE to appropriate
• Anticipate
  service/staff supply needs for remote site procedures and ensure appropriate
  supplies/equipment are obtained and ready prior to transport, including
  charging battery operated equipment, packing the ambulatory tote, cleaning, and
  restocking regularly used equipment. Schedule and coordinate
  procedures/supplies with other departments as necessary
• Comply with federal regulations and university and hospital
  polices regarding the use and handling of controlled substances. Securely
  maintain all controlled substances when traveling off site and ensure regular
  audits with the VTH Medication Dispensary occur
• Drive University vehicle to off-site facilities; engage in safe
  driving practices
• Provides
  client and/or referring veterinarians with information about section/service
  area procedures and the cost of services
• Assists
  with hospital & off-site facility inventory and maintenance, including
  cleaning and disinfecting cabinets, carts, counters, sinks and patient
  cages/stalls as necessary
• Orders
  replacement supplies, drugs and as needed equipment for service under direction
  of veterinarian

Scholarly
Activity - Clinical Teaching, Research

• Orient,
  direct, and instruct students, interns, and residents
• Assist
  faculty and interns in course coordination and preparation
• Assist
  in grading students
• Assist
  in clinical research
• Lead
  modular training exercises for veterinary students on clinical rotation
• Assist
  in training exercises lead by faculty and house officers
• Assist
  in preparation and presentation of training laboratories
• Complete
  necessary forms and training necessary for participation in IACUC protocols
• Assist
  with developing and conducting student/staff orientation
• Assist
  the section/service head in developing standard operating procedures within the
  specialty section/service area

Perform
other duties as assigned and as needed

Physical Demands and Working Conditions An environment of stress may be anticipated, hence, the person in this position must be capable of reliably functioning in such an area. Exposure to anesthetic agents may present a potential hazard. An ability to work in the presence of animal waste and fluids will be necessary. To some degree, unpleasantness may be experienced under such conditions. The handling of any animal presents some element of risk or injury. Persons allergic to animal dander, dust, pollen, hay, etc., may experience discomfort in this position. Work involving animals with various disease states may expose the individual to viral, bacterial, and fungal agents known to be transmissible to man. Exposure to chemicals and anesthetic waste gases may be potentially hazardous if mishandled or misused. Skill in performing tasks is required to operate equipment, administer medications, and restrain animals of various species for examination. Syringes, needles, and medications are potentially dangerous and must be used with care. The amount of physical exertion will vary with assignments. For example, the technician should be able to lift a 40lb. dog on and off an examination table. Some strength and considerable caution are required when working with a large animal (i.e., cattle and horses) during diagnostic or surgical procedures. Minimum Qualifications

1. Successful completion of a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
   
2. Current certification as a Veterinary Technician by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
   
3. One (1) year (12 months) of paramedical veterinary experience comparable to that performed at the Veterinary Care Generalist level of this series or in other positions of comparable responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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.
• 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 4847 - Veterinary Technician I position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The
budgeted salary range for the position is $25.57/hr. Final salary
offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data,
internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective
bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work
authorization.

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 (Central Time) on June 21, 2026. 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 Kimberly Byrne at krbyrne@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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Requisition ID: 1036755

Job Category: Technical

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