Animal and Veterinary Care

Animal Caretaker I

• The Animal Caretaker I, under supervision, provides routine care for animals and related facilities.

Animal Caretaker II

• The Animal Caretaker II, under supervision, provides responsible care for experimental animals and related facilities.

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician I, under general supervision, performs routine diagnostic assays, assists in customer service, monitors computers for lab equipment and compiling data. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician II

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician II, under general supervision, independently performs routine diagnostic assays, operates laboratory equipment for compiling and evaluating data. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician III

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician III, under general supervision, independently performs routine diagnostic assays, operates laboratory equipment, and monitors lab inventory. Tests new procedures for implementation into lab protocol. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician IV

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Technician IV, under general supervision, independently performs routine diagnostic assays, monitors preparation of assay buffers and laboratory equipment, and analyzes data for assay results. Tests new procedures for implementation into lab protocol. May assist in the training of new personnel. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

Diagnostic Laboratory Supervisor I

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Supervisor, under direction, supervises staff in operating a specialty laboratory; evaluates, selects, and applies routine diagnostic techniques.

Diagnostic Laboratory Supervisor II

• The Diagnostic Laboratory Supervisor II, under direction, supervises staff in operating a diagnostic laboratory. Coordinates training of lab personnel, resolves client issues, monitors lab for safety and conformance. They may provide technical assistance in research projects in the area of small animal gastrointestinal function and disease.

Veterinary Anesthesia Technician I

• The Veterinary Anesthesia Technician I, under supervision of a mentor or Veterinary Technician II or higher, assists in the provision of clinical support to veterinarians in the delivery and instruction of primary patient care and anesthesia services.

Veterinary Anesthesia Technician II

• The Veterinary Anesthesia Technician II, under general, provides clinical support to veterinarians in the delivery and instruction of primary patient care and anesthesia services.

Veterinary Anesthesia Technician III

• The Veterinary Anesthesia Technician III, under general supervision, provides clinical support to veterinarians in the delivery and instruction of primary patient care and anesthesia services. May serve as senior technician or the intermediate supervisor to veterinary technical staff within anesthesia service group or shift.

Veterinary Anesthesia Technician IV

• The Veterinary Anesthesia Technician IV, under direction, coordinates the activities and supervises the veterinary technical staff assigned within the anesthesia clinical support service area. Provides for and supervises the care and treatment of animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Veterinary Pharmacy Technician I

• The Veterinary Pharmacy Technician I, under supervision, assists in the efficient operation of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Pharmacy to provide quality animal care. Provides clear communications with faculty, staff, students, and clients about pharmacy operations.

Veterinary Pharmacy Technician II

• The Veterinary Pharmacy Technician II is responsible for the efficient operation of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Pharmacy to provide quality patient care. The position is responsible for clear communications with faculty, staff, students, and clients about pharmacy operations and product information.

Veterinary Pharmacy Technician III

• The Veterinary Pharmacy Technician III, under general supervision, provides efficient operation of the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Pharmacy. Trains and supervises staff and orders and receives pharmacy products. Provides clear communications with faculty, staff, students, and clients about pharmacy operations and product information.

Veterinary Radiological Technologist I

• The Veterinary Radiological Technologist I, under supervision, performs and assists with basic imaging exams within the Radiology department of the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital.

Veterinary Radiological Technologist II

• The Veterinary Radiological Technologist II, under general supervision, performs intermediate imaging exams within the Radiology department of the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Provides basic training of Veterinary Radiological Technologist I and student technicians, and demonstrates the basic skills of a Veterinary Radiological Technologist I.

Veterinary Radiological Technologist III

• The Veterinary Radiological Technologist III, under general supervision, performs advanced imaging exams within the Radiology department of the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Provides basic training of Veterinary Radiological Technologist I and II, veterinary students and student technicians. Demonstrates the basic skills of a Veterinary Radiological Technologist II.

Veterinary Radiological Technologist IV

• The Veterinary Radiological Technologist IV, under direction, coordinates the activities of and supervises veterinary radiological technical staff. Performs complex imaging exams within the Radiology department of the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. Utilizes advanced knowledge and skills to provide training and supervision of all imaging staff. Provides assistance to Radiology Supervisor. Demonstrates mastery of the skills of a Veterinary Radiological Technologist III.

Veterinary Technician Assistant

• The Veterinary Technician Assistant, under supervision, assists the veterinary technicians in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) performing a variety of basic functions of limited complexity.

Veterinary Technician I

• The Veterinary Technician I, under supervision, assists in the treatment of animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital under the supervision of a professional staff member or Veterinary Technician II or higher. Provides assistance to the professional staff and helps to maintain a sanitary and functionally well-organized service within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Veterinary Technician II

• The Veterinary Technician II, under general supervision, administers treatments to animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital under supervision of the professional staff. Provides clinical assistance to the professional staff and maintains a sanitary and functionally well organized service within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Veterinary Technician III

• The Veterinary Technician III, under general supervision, provides for and supervises care and treatment of animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Provides assistance to the professional staff, instructs veterinary students and subordinate staff in clinical techniques, and oversees the maintenance of the physical area within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Veterinary Technician IV

• The Veterinary Technician IV, under direction, coordinates the activities and supervises the veterinary technical staff assigned within the designated clinical support service area. Provides for and supervises the care and treatment of animals admitted to the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Provides assistance to the professional staff, instructs veterinary students in clinical techniques, and oversees and maintains the physical area within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Provides and supervises the training of techniques, protocols and procedures to new and current staff. Works with other supervisors to identify areas of concern and find solutions to problems.

Animal Technician

• The Animal Technician, under general supervision, observes animal conditions and behavior. Performs animal husbandry, routine care, and maintenance.

Clinical Veterinarian

• The Clinical Veterinarian, under general direction, provides diagnostic and clinical veterinary care for animals used in research. Supervises assigned staff.

Farm Foreman I

• The Farm Foreman I, under general supervision, supervises and participates in farm work including the care of animals and protection of crops.

Farrier

• The Farrier, under general supervision, removes horseshoes, trims and shoes feet of equine patients and occasional cloven-hoofed species such as cattle. Performs therapeutic shoeing and/or fabrication of specialized shoes or devices; assists senior clinician with surgeries on horse's feet. Participates in student instruction and equipment maintenance.

Manager, Laboratory Animal Care

• The Laboratory Animal Care Manager, under direction, oversees and directs the Laboratory Animal Care Facility. Communicates ideas, effectively guides the program in a positive direction, and provides data/instructional information to administration for public relations departments.

Manager, Veterinary Park

• The Veterinary Park Manager, under general supervision, manages animal care technicians and coordinates activities related to the paraveterinary health care procedures and care/management of animals used for teaching and research.

Supervisor, Animal Resources

• The Animal Resources Supervisor, under direction, coordinates and supervises activities to ensure that service goals are met. Establishes and oversees the training program for safety, maintenance, and animal care standard operating procedures.

Veterinary Intern

• Veterinary Interns, under general supervision, are licensed veterinarians who rotate through various veterinary specialty and service areas, usually for a duration of 2 to 4 weeks each. Veterinary Interns are expected to examine, diagnose, treat and manage patients. Veterinary Interns interact with clients (animal owners), teach veterinary students, and generate income for the teaching hospital. The Veterinary Intern internship will last one year.

Veterinary Resident

• Veterinary Residents, under general supervision, trains in the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital under the supervision of board-certified veterinary specialists. Veterinary Residents are expected to examine, diagnose, treat, and manage patients, interact with clients, teach senior veterinary students, and generate income for the teaching hospital. Veterinary Residents train and focus in a specialty veterinary area. The Veterinary Residents residency may last up to 3 years.