Orthopedic AVSC Floater Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

Under the direction of the Small Animal Surgical Services/Anesthesia manager and the Orthopedic Surgery Supervisor and the Advanced Veterinary Surgery Center (AVSC) supervisor, facilitate the scheduling of Orthopedic Surgery patients and manage patient care and client communication within the Orthopedic Surgery Service. This role is responsible for ensuring patient care standards for hospitalized patients, preparing patients for surgery, participating in surgeries as a surgical assistant, circulating in the operating room, and providing anesthesia support, including induction, monitoring, and post-surgical recovery of patients. Additional, responsibilities include client communication and education, including patient admissions and discharges This position will rotate between the VMTH and AVSC. Work cooperatively with others to foster strong team commitments towards achieving Surgery services objectives.

This position may be eligible for a hiring bonus.

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

Apply By Date

07/11/2025 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) License or obtain within 3 months from date of hire.
• Must have valid California driver's license.
• Experience with animal restraint and performing venipuncture and placing vascular and urinary catheters.
• Proficient in administering and maintaining anesthesia, as well as overseeing recovery in veterinary patients.
• Experience in calculating and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.
• Proficient in identifying and navigating challenging or difficult situations and individuals with tact and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling complications of various surgical procedures; anticipating and responding quickly to surgeons and patient's needs.
• Skill to maintain flexibility in continuously changing and fast paced work environment.
• Skill to aseptically scrub, gown, and glove.
• Skill to work cooperatively with others to foster strong team commitments towards achieving Surgery services objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - SERVICE SUPPORT
• 30% - SURGERY FUNCTIONS
• 30% - ANESTHESIA SUPPORT

Department Overview

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

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

* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.

* Supplemental insurance offered including: additional life, disability, short/long term disability and legal coverage.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $28.96 - $43.83/hour
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Monday-Friday, Hours to be determined
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - TX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: 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 and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, 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 Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis 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

• Maneuver/lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Handle animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Contact with animals, including restraint of animals (sometimes fractious) is required.
• Stand, bend, kneel, squat, reach above shoulder level and move on hard surfaces up to 8 or 10 hours each day.
• Required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers.

Work Environment

• Work occasional overtime; work schedule subject to change with prior notification.
• 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.
• Requires working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients.-Work in high traffic areas, confined or small spaces, noisy environment and tolerate unpleasant odors.
• Fluctuating meal periods; work schedule may not allow a set meal period time each day.
• No eating or drinking in surgery, treatment, procedure and other rooms or areas of the hospital.
• Work in other related areas on an as needed basis.
• Must enroll in the DMV pull notice system.
• 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. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

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

• To learn more about our background check program, visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
• 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.
• 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 our strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here.

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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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