Small Animal Surgery Floater (ANML HEALTH TCHN 2)
Company: University of California - Davis
Location: Davis
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
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Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Small Animal Surgery and OR
Supervisor, responsible for ensuring patient care standards for
hospitalized patients, aseptic preparation of patients for various
surgical procedures, operating room set up, circulation, break down
and providing post-surgical recovery of patients. Additional,
responsibilities include student instruction as well as client
communication and education, including patient admissions and
discharges. Work cooperatively with others to foster strong team
commitments towards achieving Surgery services objectives.
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 Date11/07/2024 at 11:59 pm
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
Must possess a valid Veterinary
Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of
date of hire.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 preparing patients for surgical procedures using aseptic
technique. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication
skills to engage effectively with diverse students, staff,
clinicians, and clients. Knowledge of normal canine and feline
parameters and experience obtaining patient vitalsProficiency in
collection of blood and urine samples, placement and maintenance of
IV cathetersPreferred Qualifications
Current California Registered
Veterinary Technician (RVT) License or Veterinary Assistant
Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) Experience setting up,
operating and troubleshooting various specialized surgical
equipment including but not limited to cautery, fluoroscopy and
laparoscopic towers. Experience positioning and preparing patients
for various surgical procedures including but not limited to Soft
Tissue Surgery, Neurosurgery, and Orthopedic Surgery. Experience
with surgical asepsis and how it relates to direct contamination of
patients, instruments and sterile supplies.
Key Responsibilities
45% - Technical Support
35% - Surgical Operating Room Funcitons
20% - Anesthesia and Par Support
Department OverviewThe 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 small animal 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* $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 POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $26.20 - $34.31
/hourlySalary Frequency: Bi-weeklySalary Grade: 190UC Job Title:
ANML HEALTH TCHN 2Number of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Staff:
CareerPercentage of Time: 100% FixedShift Hours: Monday-Friday
8:30am-5:00pmLocation: Davis, CAUnion Representation: TX-Technical
ProfessionalsBenefits Eligible: YesHybrid/Remote/Onsite: This
position is 100% on-site BenefitsOutstanding 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 or and our .
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
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we
provide resources to enhance as well as (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
This position is subject to 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. Required to wear
protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown,
coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head
covers. 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.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://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,
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