Veterinary Assistant jobs in Amarillo, TX
Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Assistant Professor of Veterinary Practice
- Texas Tech University
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Amarillo, TX
FULL_TIME
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Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
- This position reports to the Dean and also coordinates closely with the Institutional Veterinarian, Animal Care Services, and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). The primary functions of this position are to:
- Provide oversite and support of day-to-day treatment and care of TTU SVM-owned animals. This includes working closely with TTU SVM personnel (students, staff and faculty) on implementing therapeutic plans;
- Collaborating with TTU SVM personnel on development of Animal Use Protocols;
- Provide oversite and where appropriate, maintain medical records of TTU SVM- or client-owned animals;
- Collaborate with TTU SVM personnel to develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for use of animals in instruction and scholarship;
- Serve as TTU SVM point of contact for and monitor DEA controlled substances used in instructional and clinically-relevant scholarship activities;
- Develop plans in coordination with the Institutional Veterinarian and ACS so that TTU SVM adheres to relevant institutional, State, and Federal requirements;
- Provide periodic training for students, veterinary technicians, and animal caretakers for the care of animals housed at the TTU SVM.
- Additional job functions include:
- Contribute to activities necessary for accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, and other regulatory or accreditation approvals, and admit and deliver the curriculum to the students of the professional degree program.
- Participation on the following committees:
- Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee; and
- The TTU SVM Veterinary Clinical Studies Committee.
- Given the interests of the successful candidate, the position may further contribute to instruction, scholarship, and service activities. To serve as illustrative examples, this might include involvement in classroom or laboratory instruction, participation scholarship activities, or community engagement through off-campus clinical instruction such as in an animal shelter or a clinic that partners with TTU SVM.
- DVM (or equivalent) is required, with experience in veterinary medicine.
- Licensure or ability to be licensed in the state of Texas is required.
In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations.
All faculty and staff are expected to foster the Core Values of the School. Contribution to fostering the School’s values will be evaluated as part of your annual performance review. - This position reports to the Dean and also coordinates closely with the Institutional Veterinarian, Animal Care Services, and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). The primary functions of this position are to:
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Receptionist
- Amarillo Veterinary Clinic
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Amarillo, TX
FULL_TIME
- Looking for an upbeat candidate with at least 1 year experience. Candidate must be able to multitask and take direction from veterinarian. Must have good work ethic and verbal skills. Outgoing persona...
- 15 Days Ago
Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Amarillo, TX
FULL_TIME
- Job Description The doctors and staff at AMC strive to make not only clients and patients experience as comfortable and friendly as possible but to leave externs feeling empowered. With exceptional me...
- 1 Month Ago
Kennel Technician
- Hope Veterinary Services
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Amarillo, TX
PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
- We are looking for a Kennel Technician to keep our animals healthy and well-kept. You will be responsible for monitoring and caring for kennels, including preparing/administering food and cleaning. As...
- Just Posted
Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- NVA
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Amarillo, TX
FULL_TIME
- Description & Requirements The doctors and staff at AMC strive to make not only clients and patients experience as comfortable and friendly as possible but to leave externs feeling empowered. With exc...
- 27 Days Ago
Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer / Public Health Veterinarian
- USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Friona, TX
FULL_TIME
- Duties Plan, organize, coordinate and adapt the full range of meat and poultry inspection operations in slaughter and/or processing establishments; Ensure establishments meet requirements of the Patho...
- 7 Days Ago
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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,562 per week
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Amarillo, TX
- Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Amarillo, Texas. Job Description...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel CT Technologist - $2,206 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Amarillo, TX
- Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Amarillo, Texas. Job Description & Require...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,362 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Amarillo, TX
- Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Amarillo, Texas. Job Description & Requ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician-Large Animal
- Texas Tech University
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Amarillo, TX
- This position would aid TTU clinical faculty delivering instruction for the clinical year program at Texas Tech Universi...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Customer Relations Specialist
- Merrick Pet Care Inc.
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Amarillo, TX
- * 03-Mar-2022 to 02-May-2022 (CST) * Customer Service * Amarillo, TX, USA * Full Time *Company paid Health, Dental, Visi...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vet Tech
- Amarillo Veterinary Clinic
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Amarillo, TX
- Job Description Job Description 1 - 2 years experience, 8 hour shift Mon - Fri, weekends as needed. Amarillo Vet Clinic ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Nursing Assistant CNA 4K Full Time Nights
- Vibra Healthcare
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Amarillo, TX
- Overview: COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE! We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team! R...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cook
- Hillside Heights Rehabilitation Suites
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Amarillo, TX
- Position Details Employment Status: Full-Time Salary: 15.00 - 16.00 Hourly Shift: Evening Hillside Heights is looking fo...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panhandle, and the seat of Potter County. A portion of the city extends into Randall County. The estimated population was 199,826 as of 2017. The Amarillo metropolitan area has an estimated population of 276,020 in four counties as of 2017. The metro population is projected to surpass 310,000 in 2020.
Amarillo, originally named Oneida, is situated in the Llano Estacado region. The availability of the railroad and freight service provided by the Fort ...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$24,895 to $36,718
Amarillo, Texas area prices
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