Livestock Medicine Service Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

RVT stipend

On-site wellness program

Job summary

University of California - Davis VMTH seeks a Livestock Medicine Service Technician to provide technical support for the Livestock Medicine and Surgery Unit, performing routine and critical care for cattle, sheep, goats, and swine. You will assist clinicians, residents and students, monitor anesthesia, collect samples and maintain medical records in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires on-call coverage for Livestock Medicine and other Large Animal Clinic services with on-site work at

Qualifications

• Experience handling, restraining and working with livestock.
• Experience monitoring vital signs, observing and recording patient behavior and bodily functions, and experience with fluid therapy and catheter care.
• Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, clinicians, students and staff.

Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient care and technical support for Livestock Medicine and Surgery.
• 20% - Infection control and sanitation.
• 10% - Support for other Large Animal services.

Skills

Livestock handling

Restraint techniques

Vital signs monitoring

Aseptic techniques

Communication skills

Education

No minimum education required

Job description

Job Summary

Independent of supervision in a hospital setting, in accordance with orders provided by veterinarians, provide technical support for the Large Animal Livestock Medicine and Surgery Unit. Provide routine and critical care to Livestock patients (cattle, sheep, goats, swine). Provide technical assistance to clinicians, residents, students and other technicians. Monitor & record maintain & recover anesthetized animals. Collect samples and perform diagnostic testing, restrain patients, use livestock chutes and equipment, administer treatments, maintain accurate medical records, perform surgical nursing, provide outpatient receiving support, monitor anesthesia. Provide on call coverage for Livestock Medicine and other Large Animal Clinic services. Maintain supplies and equipment, restock and clean and disinfect work areas and equipment, milk cows, instruct students and new technicians. Perform all duties in a way that does not result in actual or potential exposure of patients or personnel to infectious disease agents.

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

11/12/2026 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Must obtain Vet Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of date of hire.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience handling, restraining & working with livestock.
• Experience monitoring patient's vital signs, observing & recording patient behavior & bodily functions, and experience with fluid therapy and catheter care.
• Experience with medications and fluids commonly used in livestock.
• Skills to identify abnormal physical signs and appearances, while having basic knowledge of livestock husbandry, anatomy, behavior & basic physiology.
• Skill to perform aseptic techniques to assist with major and minor Livestock Surgical procedures.
• Oral & written communication & interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of people to include clients, clinicians, students & staff to ensure understanding in receiving & giving instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CA Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
• Knowledge of anesthetic procedures including, monitoring, maintenance and recovery of patients from anesthesia.
• Skill to perform emergency care procedures & provide technical assistance during life threatening situations according to established protocols.
• Skill to instruct on basic technical diagnostic, nursing, livestock handling & husbandry procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient Care and Technical Support for Livestock Medicine and Surgery
• 20% - Infection and Sanitation Control
• 10% - Patient Care and Technical Support for Other Large Animal Services

Department Overview

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) supports the educational, clinical, and research missions of the School of Veterinary Medicine through 24-hour clinical operations. VMTH serves as a teaching hospital for professional veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate academic students, while providing advanced veterinary care to the public and functioning as a regional referral center. The hospital is also dedicated to advancing veterinary medical knowledge through clinical excellence and innovation.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Livestock Medicine Service 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 with 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: $32.89 - $49.77
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 215
• UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH
• UC Job Code: 004752
• Number of Positions: 3
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 50% Variable
• Shift (Work Schedule): Shifts include days, evenings, overnights and weekends. Hours to be arranged.
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• 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

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
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 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

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

This position works under Medical Surveillance procedures & review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations & University Policy. Working hours subject to change and include primary and on call shifts and include days, swing, grave, weekdays, weekends, holidays & academic vacations. If scheduled on call" must be able to report to work within 45 minutes following call. Work occasional overtime & various hours on short notice (including covering staff shortages & holiday shifts).May be required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: boots, scrubs, gowns, coveralls, Tyvek suits, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves & head covers. Requires working with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gaseous anesthetics, infectious & zoonotic diseases & distraught clients. May hold animals for radiology, undergoing MRI's and Nuclear scintigraphy. Work with new diagnostic and therapeutic modalities as they are developed and implemented. No eating or drinking in surgery, treatment or procedure rooms and some other areas of the hospital. Work in crowded areas where strong odors are present, where exposure to bodily fluids and waste from domestic farm animals may occur and handle potentially infectious biological specimens.

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

• 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
• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials

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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