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89185
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Job Summary
Under supervision of the Large Animal Critical Care Supervisor provide routine and intensive nursing care in the Large Animal ICU, NICU and Isolation units. Perform patient monitoring, treatments, basic laboratory tests, maintain unit readiness, restock supplies, and provide infectious disease control and sanitation according to Large Animal Clinic protocols. Provide technical support to other Large Animal Clinic services.
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
10/27/2026 by 11:59 pm
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
Must possess a valid Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of date of hire.
No minimum education requirement.
Experience handling, restraining and working with horses (sick, healthy, sedated and fractious).
Experience monitoring patient vital signs and administering PO, IV, SQ & IM medications.
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 CA 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
70% - Patient Care and Technical Support for LA ICU/ISO
20% - Nursing and Technical Duties for Other Large Animal Services
10% - Infection and Sanitation Control
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:
Number of Positions: 3 out of 3
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Percentage of Time: 50 % Variable
Shift (Work Schedule): Hours to be arranged and include days, swings, graves, 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 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 - 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.
Work under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Working hours are subject to change and include days, swing, grave, weekdays, weekends, holidays and academic vacations. May be required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including gowns, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers. Work occasional overtime as a result of emergency situations. Requires working with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gaseous anesthetics, zoonotic and infectious diseases, unpleasant odors and distraught clients. Work in other VMTH areas as needed.
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
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.
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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.
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