Small Animal Dentistry Technician: Teaching & Surgical Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Paid CE

RVT stipend

Wellness program

Scrubs provided

Job summary

University of California, Davis seeks a Small Animal Dentistry Technician to support dentistry and oral surgery training while caring for animals and assisting the teaching team. This 100% on-site role involves direct interaction with faculty, students, and pet owners.

The position emphasizes technical dentistry tasks, sterility, equipment upkeep, and opportunities for clinical teaching within UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Qualifications

• Must possess VACSP permit or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Experience working in a veterinary hospital with small animals.
• Experience in calculating and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.
• Experience with surgical asepsis and sterile techniques.
• Strong communication skills with diverse students, staff, clinicians, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Technical duties for Dentistry and Oral Surgery (60%).
• Cleaning, stocking and equipment maintenance (30%).
• Clinical teaching and support (10%).

Skills

Veterinary hospital experience

Medication administration

Sterile techniques

Medical/dental terminology

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

University of California, Davis seeks a Small Animal Dentistry Technician to support dentistry and oral surgery training while caring for animals and assisting the teaching team. This 100% on-site role involves direct interaction with faculty, students, and pet owners.

The position emphasizes technical dentistry tasks, sterility, equipment upkeep, and opportunities for clinical teaching within UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.