Community Practice Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

Independent of 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 and inducing (RVT required) and monitoring anesthesia. Under direction of the Community Practice Supervisor, provide paraveterinary technical and nursing support. Provide instruction to students in clinical skills, coordinate, schedule, and provide technical support for physical examinations, diagnostic, dental, surgical and therapeutic procedures and daily activities. Provide anesthesia technical support for a variety of treatments and diagnostic procedures. Provide instruction to students, clinicians and staff in proper techniques for restraint and handling of patients, nursing care, administering treatments and obtaining a variety of diagnostic samples. Provide equipment and facility stocking, cleaning and maintenance.

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

10/16/2025 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

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

A current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.

No Minimum Education required.

Experience providing instruction and demonstrating patient restraint and handling, obtaining TPRs, collecting biological samples (blood, urine, cytology, fine needle aspirates), administering vaccines and medications by multiple routes, and performing common treatments such as nail trims and ear flushes to students and staff.

Experience in small animal (canine/feline) dentistry, including periodontal procedures, dental radiography, use of dental equipment, and instruction on patient homecare.

Experience in IV catheter placement and management, administration of anesthetic drugs, anesthesia induction, maintenance and recovery, and use of anesthetic delivery systems and monitoring devices including Doppler, ECG, capnograph, and pulse oximeter.

Experience applying knowledge of microbiology, physiology, pharmacology, anatomy, and husbandry of dogs and cats to understand, teach, and explain written or verbal instructions.

Experience utilizing medical records and computer software, including data entry and retrieval, word processing, spreadsheets, and scheduling systems.

Skills to recognize and respond to patient distress, interpreting physiologic and laboratory data, providing intensive monitoring of anesthetized or critically ill patients, and performing emergency treatments such as CPR.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience interviewing clients to obtain patient updates, providing education on patient home care, and managing patient receiving and discharge while maintaining professional communication with clinicians, clients, staff, and students.

Experience administering fluid therapy and assisting with anesthesia, including anticipating and responding to complications during anesthetic procedures.

Experience with surgical asepsis, microbiology, and bacteriology to prevent contamination of patients, instruments, and sterile supplies.

Knowledge of contagious and zoonotic diseases and application of infection control and disinfection practices in a hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

45% - Instruction

25% - Technical Support

25% - Anesthesia, Dentistry and Surgical Support

5% - Client Communication, Appointment Scheduling

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 Community Practice 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

$750 Continuing Education annual allowance

60 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: $ 28.96 - $43.83 /hourly

Salary Frequency: Bi-weekly

Salary Grade: 215

UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH

UC Job Code: 004752

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 50 % Variable

Shift (Work Schedule): Hours to be arranged between Monday-Friday

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 rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:

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

• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family

• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave

• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

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

• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources

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

• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles

• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

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

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 - 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

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC Community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

Work occasional overtime and various hours on short notice. This position works under 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. Work in other related areas of the VMTH/CCAH/VMII/GOURLEY.

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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