Anesthesia Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

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81612

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Davis

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Full Time

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Job Summary

Independent of direct supervision in a hospital setting, as a significant part of daily duties, responsible for treatment of patients with life- threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis. Provide anesthesia technical support, create anesthesia protocols, induce, monitor, maintain and recover anesthetized animals, conduct anesthetic monitoring and record keeping, and promptly communicate peri-anesthesia concerns or problems to the veterinarian supervising anesthesia. Provide a broad spectrum of technical support for the Anesthesia service and communicate with the anesthesia supervisor regarding machine maintenance and supply needs. Provide support to various other services within the VMTH when anesthesia is not needed. Work cooperatively with others to foster strong team commitments towards achieving anesthesia / surgery services objectives.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH : Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

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12 / 6 / 2025 by 11 : 59 pm

Qualifications

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

• Valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
• No Minimum Education required.
• Experience to independently provide treatment of patients whose conditions are likely to change on a moment to moment basis.
• Experience working in a veterinary hospital performing physical examinations and safe handling of multiple species.
• Experience calculating drug dosages and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.
• Experience performing venipuncture, placing vascular catheters inducing anesthesia, monitoring anesthesia, and recovering patients from anesthesia, working independently with and without direct supervision. Skills to restrain and handle dogs, cats and the ability to learn safety skills to work with and around livestock, and horses.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to engage effectively with diverse students, staff, clinicians, and clients and the skill to recognize and manage difficult situations.
• Experience in a clinical hospital setting with various species performing sedation and anesthesia.

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.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for an Anesthesia 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 :

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POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

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Physical Demands

Environmental Demands

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Work Environment

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Work occasional overtime and various hours on short notice (including covering staff shortages and holiday shifts). Work schedule subject to change with prior notification. Fluctuating meal periods; work schedule does not allow a set meal period. Work in high traffic areas, confined, or small spaces, noisy environments and tolerate unpleasant odors. No eating or drinking in surgery, treatment or procedure rooms and some other areas of the hospital. 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. May require working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and / or infectious diseases, and distraught clients. Work in other related areas on an as needed basis.

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

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 : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / 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

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