Small Animal Emergency Service Veterinary Triage Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

On-call pay for eligible positions

$100 monthly RVT stipend

Wellness and on-site Employee Wellness

Job summary

University of California - Davis is seeking a Small Animal Emergency Service Triage Technician to support 24/7 critical care. You will triage calls, assist clinicians, and review patient estimates.

The role emphasizes nursing care, medication administration, and hands-on patient support alongside a world-class veterinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience providing nursing care to small animal emergency patients.
• Experience working in a small animal clinic as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Experience giving medications and using patient monitoring equipment.
• Experience drawing blood samples.
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills for diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Patient triage and patient case
• 40% - Patient care
• 10% - Instruction and training

Skills

Nursing care

Patient monitoring

Medications administration

Blood draws

Triage/phone triage

Communication skills

Education

Current California RVT license

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Emergency and Critical Care Service Manager, Service Chief, and Shift Supervisors, provide emergency and critical care nursing to small animal patients and technical support to clinicians, staff and students. Provide support for the emergency service by receiving and triaging phone calls from clients and other services in the VMTH. Assist with reviewing patient charges and estimates.

This position ends 6 months from date of hire with the possibility of extension.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) or obtain within 3 months of date of hire.
• No Minimum Education required.
• Experience providing nursing care to small animal emergency patients.
• Experience working in a small animal clinic as a veterinary technician or as a veterinary assistant.
• Experience giving medications.
• Experience using patient monitoring equipment.
• Experience drawing blood samples.
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to interact with a diverse group of students, staff, clinicians and clients and the skill to recognize and manage difficult situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
• Knowledge of common hospital pathogens and methods of disinfection.
• Ability to perform the laboratory test utilizing the appropriate equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Patient Triage and Patient Case
• 40% - Patient Care
• 10% - Instruction and Training

Department Overview

The Small Animal Patient Critical Care and Emergency Service Medicine Service at the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital provides 24/7 for cats and dogs. Veterinarians and Technicians are on duty around the clock to monitor and care for patients. Our board-certified faculty specialists lead the team and provide the highest level of critical care. One of the goals of the service is to provide immediate initial recognition, evaluation and care of patients with acute illness and injury, and continued care for critically ill patients. Our specialists strive to pursue the extension and preservation of life, and to promote the well-being of our patients through the relief of suffering and restoration of health. To achieve our goals, the ICU is staffed by a team of board-certified faculty specialists in critical care, staff veterinarians, resident veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students. Many of our technicians are members of the Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians (membership is granted by specialty-certifying examination). The service is always open to direct patient care to direct patient care and consult as needed.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Small Animal Emergency Service Veterinary Triage 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.

Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive pay
• Shift Differentials
• On-Call pay for eligible positions
• $100 monthly stipend for RVTs

Other Benefits

• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program
• Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $29.76 - $38.97
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 214
• UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH
• UC Job Code: 004751
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Limited
• Percentage of Time: 40% Variable
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Sunday, 4:00pm-5:00am.
• 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 by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

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 HoursAbility 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.

Work occasional overtime; work weekends, evenings, holidays and variable hours. In emergency or illness situations, may work alternate shift. Use a respirator during decontamination cleanings. 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. Wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers. Work with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients.

Special Requirements

• 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.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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