Description
Department Description
Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Small Animal Patient Care Intermediate and General Ward 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 the following benefits:
PERSONAL LEAVE
· Vacation – earn up to (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
INSURANCE
· High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs.
· UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
· Supplemental insurance offered including: additional life, disability, short/long term disability and legal coverage.
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Small Animal Patient Care shift supervisor, provide Para veterinary technical support to the Small Animal Clinic Veterinarians. On a daily basis, responsible for the treatment of patients, blood bank support, student instruction, clinician support and facility support.
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 removal date.
Position Information
Apply by Date
5/19/2024
Salary Range
$25.44-$33.31/hour
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
80% variable
Shift Hours
Monday- Friday 3:30pm-12am
Location
Davis, CA
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Maneuver/lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Handle animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Contact with animals, including restraint of animals (sometimes fractious) as required.
• May be required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers.
• Work standing and kneeling for 8-10 hour shifts.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work under regular exposure to radioactive patients, zoonotic diseases, anesthesia, sick animals, hazardous materials, infectious diseases and cleaning chemicals.
- Work in other related areas on an as needed basis.
- 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum License/Certification:
• Must obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months from date of hire.
Minimum Education/Experience:
• Experience working in a small animal hospital as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistance.
• Experience giving medications.
• Experience drawing blood.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
• Interpersonal skills to work with a diverse group of people including clients, clinicians, students and staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred License/Certification:
• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
Preferred Education/Experience:
• Experience catheterizing blood vessels and urinary track.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
• Knowledge of common hospital pathogens and methods of disinfection.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes. Skill to assist in the performance of veterinary medical treatments and procedures.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit:https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
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