Large Animal Transport & Clinic Support Tech

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education allowance

Paid CE

RVT stipend

Wellness program

Scrubs provided and laundered

Job summary

UC Davis is seeking a Large Animal Clinic Support Technician to work with world-leading faculty clinicians and technicians, assisting in teaching future veterinarians while serving the animals and community. The role reports to the Large Animal Feed and Bedding Manager and involves stocking feeds, maintaining stalls, and transporting large animal patients across the VMTH complex.

Compensation includes a competitive hourly rate with shift differentials and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current CA Class C driver's license.
• Valid California driver's license with acceptable driving record and enrollment in local Employer Pull Notice program if applicable.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience working with and handling large domestic farm animals in a veterinary clinic.
• Knowledge of feeds and feeding for large animals.
• Ability to recognize and handle difficult/unpleasant situations.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions on patient care and basic care of large animals.
• Skill in using pitchfork, shovel, broom, gas-powered vacuum and high-pressure water hose.
• Skill to drive a truck, tractor and forklift, and back a trailer.

Responsibilities

• 40% - Large Animal Patient Transport
• 30% - Large Animal Technical Support
• 30% - Large Animal Feed and Bedding

Skills

Large animal handling

Driver's license

Written instructions

Problem solving

Communication with clinicians

Tools

Pitchfork

Shovel

Gas-powered vacuum

High-pressure water hose

Truck operation

Tractor

Forklift

Job description

UC Davis is seeking a Large Animal Clinic Support Technician to work with world-leading faculty clinicians and technicians, assisting in teaching future veterinarians while serving the animals and community. The role reports to the Large Animal Feed and Bedding Manager and involves stocking feeds, maintaining stalls, and transporting large animal patients across the VMTH complex.

Compensation includes a competitive hourly rate with shift differentials and a comprehensive benefits package.