Equine Large Animal Medicine Tech – Specialty Services

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

CE allowance

RVT stipend

Wellness program

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a Large Animal Equine Medicine Technician to join the VMTH team. Under supervision, you will perform diagnostic exams and treatments, prepare exams, collect histories, coordinate with other technicians, and manage on-line lab orders and billing to support teaching and patient care.

You will instruct students in diagnostic and nursing procedures, ensure infectious disease control, and maintain clean, stocked exam rooms while providing high-quality

Qualifications

• Must obtain Vet Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of hire.
• Experience monitoring patient vital signs and administering PO, IV, SQ & IM medications.
• Extensive experience handling, restraining and working with horses (sick, healthy, sedated and fractious).
• Experience with medications, drugs, and fluids used in horses and calculating doses.
• Experience with equine, husbandry, anatomy, behavior, and basic physiology to identify abnormal signs.
• Strong oral and written communication to interact with clients, veterinarians, students and staff.
• Ability to handle difficult/unpleasant situations using problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• 70% - Technical Support to LA Equine Medicine and Specialty Services.
• 20% - Nursing and Technical Duties for Other Large Animal Services.
• 10% - Infectious Disease Control and Sanitation.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Horse handling

Medication administration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

CA RVT license

Tools

VMACS

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a Large Animal Equine Medicine Technician to join the VMTH team. Under supervision, you will perform diagnostic exams and treatments, prepare exams, collect histories, coordinate with other technicians, and manage on-line lab orders and billing to support teaching and patient care.

You will instruct students in diagnostic and nursing procedures, ensure infectious disease control, and maintain clean, stocked exam rooms while providing high-quality