Large Animal Veterinary Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH)

Job Summary Under supervision of the Large Animal Critical Care Supervisor provide on-call coverage in the Large Animal Intensive Care/Isolation units and technical support to other Large Animal Clinic services/units. Provide technical/nursing duties, patient monitoring, performance of basic laboratory tests and infectious disease control and sanitation according to Large Animal Clinic protocols. Job Summary Under supervision of the Large Animal Critical Care Supervisor provide on-call coverage in the Large Animal Intensive Care/Isolation units and technical support to other Large Animal Clinic services/units. Provide technical/nursing duties, patient monitoring, performance of basic laboratory tests and infectious disease control and sanitation according to Large Animal Clinic protocols.

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 08/19/2026 by 11:59 pm Qualifications Must obtain Vet Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of date of hire. No minimum education required. Experience monitoring patient vital signs and administering PO, IV, SQ & IM medications. Extensive experience handling, restraining and working with horses (sick, healthy, sedated and fractious). Experience with medications, drugs, and fluids commonly used in horses and performing mathematical calculations to calculate doses. Experience with equine, husbandry, anatomy, behavior, and basic physiology to identify and describe abnormal physical signs and appearances. 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. Preferred Qualifications Valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license. Experience working with other livestock (ex: cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, and camelids). Experience with routine laboratory tests performing PCV, TP, electrolytes, blood gases, glucose, osm, COP, BUN, creatinine, WBC, urinalysis, fibrinogen estimation, colostrum specific gravity, equine blood type-agglutination test diagnostic sampling, and understanding normal values. Skill to perform emergency care procedures & provide technical assistance during life threatening situations according to established protocols and to manage various treatment apparatus i.e. fluid therapy catheters, urinary catheter, nasogastric tubes, IV infusion pumps, blood pressure monitors, recording patient behavior, bodily functions using appropriate medical terminology and placing IV catheters and nasogastric tubes. Key Responsibilities 50% - Patient Care and Technical Support for LA ICU/ISO 20% - Infectious Disease Control and Sanitation 15% - Basic Labortatroy Tests 15% - Nursing & Technical Duties for Other Large Animal Services Including Receiving Services 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: $29.76 - $38.97 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): Hours to be arranged. To include days. nights, weekends and holidays. Location: Davis, Ca Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: 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 Up to 3 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. This position may at times, require the incumbent to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present, including zoonotic diseases, cleaning chemicals and radioactive patients. At times work alone at night in isolated areas and travel through dark areas of the clinic compound. Work in crowded areas where strong odors are present, where exposure to bodily fluids and waste from domestic farm animals may occur. 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