Large Animal Veterinary Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH)

Job Summary Under supervision of the Large Animal Patient Care Manager provide technical support for the LAC services & care for hospitalized patients. Receive, handle, lead, lunge & restrain patients. Patients are primarily equines, but may include llamas, alpacas & other large domestic farm animals. Lead horses while jogging/walking for gait evaluation. Perform aseptic preparation of joints & areas for local nerve blocks or joint injections. Receive emergencies, place IV catheters, collect samples & perform diagnostic testing, administer medical treatments, monitor patients, maintain accurate medical records & capture and document charges. Maintain supplies & equipment, restock, clean & disinfect work areas & equipment. Perform all duties in a way that does not result in actual or potential exposure of patients or personnel to infectious disease agents. Recruitment Period One Month Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date. Apply By Date 07/10/2026 by 11:59 pm Minimum Qualifications Must possess a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) or obtain within 3 months of date of hire. No Minimum Education required. Experience handling, restraining, and working with horses (healthy, sick, sedated, fractious) of all types and temperaments to ensure safety and effectiveness & anticipate potential problem horses & dangerous situations. Experience working with other livestock (ex: cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, and camelids). Experience with medications, drugs, and fluids commonly used in horses and livestock and performing mathematical calculations to calculate doses. Experience with equine and livestock, husbandry, anatomy, behavior, and basic physiology to identify and describe abnormal physical signs and appearances. Experience monitoring patient vital signs and administering PO, IV, SQ, and IM medications. Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of people to include clients, veterinarians, students and staff. Skill to recognize and handle difficult/unpleasant situations and/or individuals, and using problem solving skills and work effectively to achieve timely progress on multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining a high level of productivity. Preferred Qualifications Valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license. Experience using Veterinary Medical & Administrative Computer System (VMACS), following VMTH patient care SOP's, safety and Infectious Disease Control protocols. Experience with all aspects of endoscopic procedures set up, use, sample collection, image capture, processing/disinfection etc. Experience providing treatments on patients with life threatening illness or injury based upon clinician’s orders, and ability to provide technical assistance to clinician during life threatening situations including skill to perform CPR on neonatal large animal patients. Key Responsibilities 80% - Patient Care & Technical Support for Large Animal Clinic 15% - Infectious Disease Control and Sanitation 5% - Basic Laboratory Tests Department Overview The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge. Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Large Animal Veterinary Technician to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, helping them teach the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community. As Part Of The Top Ranked UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Team, Our Technicians Are Provided With The Following Benefits: Personal Leave Vacation – earn (3) three weeks per year! 14 paid Holidays annually Sick Leave – eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum) Compensation Competitive pay Shift Differentials CE & Other Benefits $650 Continuing Education annual allowance 40 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %) $100 monthly stipend for RVTs Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee Position Information Salary or Pay Range: $28.34 - $37.11 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 214 UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH UC Job Code: 004751 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 50% Variable Shift (Work Schedule): Variable hours to include days, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call. Location: Davis, Ca Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Summary High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here Physical Demands Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Extreme Temperatures - Occasional 3 to 6 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Work occasional overtime as a result of emergency situations. Working hours are variable and include primary and on call shifts (day, swing, and grave), weekdays, weekends, holidays and academic vacations with emphasis on grave (overnight) shifts. Work weeks may include varied shifts throughout the week/weekend. If scheduled “on call”, must be able to report to work within 45 minutes following call. Requires working with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gaseous anesthetics, radioactive patients, infectious and zoonotic diseases, and distraught clients. May hold horses for radiology, undergoing MRI’s and Nuclear scintigraphy. Work with new diagnostic and therapeutic modalities as they are developed and implemented. At times work alone at night in isolated areas and travel through dark areas of the clinic compound. No eating or drinking in surgery, treatment or procedure rooms and some other areas of the hospital. Work in crowded areas where strong odors are present, where exposure to bodily fluids and waste from domestic farm animals may occur and handle potentially infectious biological specimens. Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment. This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr