Companion Exotic Pet Medicine & Surgery Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3)

University of California - Davis
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Davis
Dec 18, 2024
Apply for Job Job ID 74254 Location Davis Full/Part Time Full Time Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job Job Summary Independent of direct supervision, provide multi-disciplinary veterinary technical support for the Companion Exotic Pet (CAPE) Service of the VMTH. Work with Companion exotic species of animals including birds, reptiles, exotic small mammals, wildlife, aquatic and zoo animals. Provide nursing and anesthesia technical support. Set-up, teach and perform medical treatments per clinician orders. Maintain and clean all service areas. Quasi-instructor to veterinary students on techniques, policy and procedures. RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date. Apply By Date 01/15/2024 by 11:59 pm Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Currently possess, or obtain within 6 months of date of hire, a current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license. No educational requirement. Experience performing anesthesia & monitoring/assessing, maintaining and recovering anesthetized patients of companion exotic species. Experience assessing normal anatomy and physiology of a variety of companion exotic species to identify abnormal physical signs and symptoms and respond accordingly. Experience in handling and restraint techniques for companion exotic species. Experience in calculating & administering medications via standard routes for companion exotic species. Skill to independently provide intense moment to moment monitoring and reassessment of emergent, critically ill, or anesthetized patients. Preferred Qualifications Experience setting up and operating radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic films for companion exotic species. Experience placing and maintaining intravascular and urinary catheters for companion exotic species. Experience obtaining a wide variety of diagnostic samples and providing therapeutic treatments to companion exotic species. Experience instructing and monitoring students. Key Responsibilities 30% - Anesthesia Technical Support 30% - Emergency Critical Care/ Patient Monitoring and Nursing Support 20% - Radiology/Surgery/ Endoscopy/Digital Imaging 10% - Instruction 5% - Cleaning and Maintenance 5% - Ambulatory Visits & Immobilization Techniques 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 Companion Exotic Pet Medicine & Surgery 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 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: 189 UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed Shift Hours: Friday - Monday 7:30am-6:00pm; 30-minute lunch Location: Davis, Ca Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: 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: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html * 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 * UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff 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 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 be required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers.May require working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients.Pass Radiation Safety Examination through EH&S every 2 years. 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Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdasvispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271 Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s) This is a positions with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere #CA-CB