Orthopedic AVSC Floater Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

Job Summary Under the direction of the Small Animal Surgical Services/Anesthesia manager and the Orthopedic Surgery/Advanced Veterinary Surgery Center (AVSC) supervisor, facilitate the scheduling of Orthopedic Surgery patients and manage patient care and client communication within the Orthopedic Surgery Service. This role involves taking care of hospitalized patients, preparing patients for surgery, participating in surgeries as a surgical assistant, circulating in the operating room, and providing anesthesia support, including induction, monitoring, and post‑surgical recovery of patients. Additionally, responsibilities include communicating with clients, educating them, and handling patient admissions and discharges. This position will rotate between the VMTH and AVSC. Key Responsibilities 40% – Service Support 20% – Anesthesia Support 30% – Surgery Functions 10% – Instruction Minimum Qualifications Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) License. Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. No minimum education required. Experience in calculating and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly or orally. Experience with animal restraint and performing venipuncture and placing vascular and urinary catheters. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to engage effectively with diverse students, staff, clinicians, and clients. Proficient in identifying and navigating challenging or difficult situations and individuals with tact and professionalism. Proficient in administering and maintaining anesthesia, as well as overseeing recovery in veterinary patients. Preferred Qualifications Experience handling complications of various surgical procedures; anticipating and responding quickly to surgeons and patient’s needs. Skill to maintain flexibility in continuously changing and fast‑paced work environment. Skill to aseptically scrub, gown, and glove. Skill to work cooperatively with others to foster strong team commitments towards achieving Surgery services objectives. 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 veterinary students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), 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. Personal Leave Vacation – earn 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 $750 Continuing Education annual allowance 60 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 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 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 Position Information Salary or pay range: $31.32 - $47.40 Salary frequency: Hourly Salary grade: 215 UC job title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH UC job code: 004752 Number of positions: 1 Appointment type: Staff: Career Percentage of time: 100% fixed Shift (work schedule): Monday – Friday, hours to be arranged Location: Davis, CA Union representation: TX-Technical Professionals Benefits eligible: Yes This position is 100% on‑site 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 >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 >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 Uneven surfaces or elevations – occasional up to 3 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 January1,2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e‑cigarettes) are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr