Small Animal Patient Care Intermediate And General Ward Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

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82278

Location

Davis

Full / Part Time

Part Time

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Job Summary

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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 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

Under direction of the Small Animal Patient Care Supervisor, provide paraveterinary 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.

Apply By Date

12 / 3 / 2025 at 11 : 59pm

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.

Qualifications

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

• Must obtain a Veterinary Medical Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of date of hire.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience working in a Small Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician.
• Experience administering medications.
• Experience collecting blood.
• Skill to independently provide intense moment to moment monitoring and reassessment of emergent, critically ill patients with life-threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

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.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range : $30.41 / hr. - $46.02 / hr.

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 .

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Physical Demands

Environmental Demands

Mental Demands

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. May require working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and / or infectious diseases, and distraught clients. Occasional overtime; work variable hours / days on short notice or on-call including holidays, swing, graveyard or day shifts Sunday to Saturday and availability to work 8 or 10-hour shifts. Fill in during week as needed. Work in an environment with exposure to radioactivity, anesthesia gases & carcinogenic Medicines. Work in high traffic areas that include noise from animals and people. Work in an environment with animal odors.

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

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.

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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

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