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Animal Health Technician - Surgery (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3)

san diego, CA

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88625

Location

San Diego

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Full Time

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Job Summary

Independent of supervision, in a hospital setting, provide moment to moment monitoring of anesthetized patients. Provide paraveterinary technical and nursing support. Provide technical and anesthetic support for a variety of surgical procedures.

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

10/01/2026 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Licensure.

No minimum education required.

Experience independently, in a hospital setting, providing intense moment to moment monitoring and reassessment of emergent, critically ill or anesthetized small animals.

Experience in calculating and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.

Experience with animal restraint and performing venipuncture and placing vascular and urinary catheters.

Experience with surgical asepsis and how it relates to direct contamination patients, instruments and sterile supplies.

Experience to determine physical status of patients, recognizing changes in patient condition and responding appropriately.

No minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in preparing operating room and related areas, procure, set-up and review surgical and anesthetic equipment, instruments and supplies prior to and after surgery.

Experience in anticipating surgeons and patient needs during surgery and providing requested instrumentation and equipment.

Experience in providing technical support in the O.R. and related areas by aseptically scrubbing, gowning and gloving.

Experience handling complications of various surgical procedures; anticipating and responding quickly to surgeons and patients needs.

Key Responsibilities

35% - Anesthesia Technical Support

35% - Technical & Nursing Support

15% - Facility/Equipment Maintenance/Misc

15% - Service Coordination

0% - Miscellaneous

Department Overview

The University of California of Davis Janice K. Hobbs Veterinary Medical Center of Southern California (UCD-Hobbs VMC) is a specialty referral and 24-hour emergency hospital and a clinical extension of the UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine. Its primary mission is to provide high-quality specialty and emergency veterinary care to patients throughout Southern California and to serve as a trusted referral resource for regional veterinary practices.

As an extension of an academic veterinary medical center, UCD-Hobbs VMC also provides opportunities for clinical education and training, including engagement with veterinary students and other learners. Clinical research and collaboration with UC Davis, UC San Diego, and other partners further support the hospital's mission, but are secondary to its primary clinical service role.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $ 32.89 - $49.77

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: 189

UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3

UC Job Code:

Number of Positions: 2

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 100 % Fixed

Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 8am-5pm

Location: San Diego, 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 by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs

UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family

Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity

Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees

Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources

Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives

On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services

Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

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 - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 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 - Frequent 3 to 6 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.

Work occasional overtime; work schedule subject to change with prior notification. Work under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Work under regular exposure to zoonotic diseases, anesthesia, cleaning chemicals and exposure to radioactive patients. Requires working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients. Work in high traffic areas, confined or small spaces, noisy environment and tolerate unpleasant odors. Fluctuating meal periods; work schedule may not allow a set meal period time each day. No eating or drinking in surgery, treatment, procedure and other rooms or areas of the hospital. Work in other related areas on an as needed basis.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

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

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: doc/ /Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks #CA-CB

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