Small Animal Technician Supervisor (ANML CARE SUPV 1)

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Davis is seeking a Small Animal Technician Supervisor to oversee animal technicians and ensure proper cleaning and care of clinic facilities. This role involves a mix of supervision and hands-on technical duties, working within a renowned veterinary teaching hospital. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a leading team in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Three weeks vacation per year

14 paid holidays annually

$1,500 Continuing Education annual allowance

80 hours paid CE annually

Scrubs provided and laundered

Qualifications

• Experience directing staff on daily activities.
• Experience training and/or teaching.
• Experience working with disinfectants and cleaning products.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the animal technicians and assign daily work.
• Perform technician duties including patient handling and husbandry.
• Conduct special projects within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Staff training

Staff supervision

Cleaning and disinfecting

Job description

Small Animal Technician Supervisor (ANML CARE SUPV 1)

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Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Small Animal Patient Care Manager, provide supervision of the animal technicians (Small Animal Hospital Cleaners). Assign schedule and direct the day-to-day work of animal technicians who clean, disinfect and stock the small animal clinic. Cleaning areas include operating rooms, animal holding areas, animal treatment areas, exam rooms and common hospital areas. Performs animal technician duties as needed. This may include but not limited to: patient handling and husbandry, supporting veterinary technicians with patient care treatments, laundry, cleaning, stocking and disinfecting of the small animal areas and covering for the animal technicians as needed. Perform special projects within the VMTH, and miscellaneous tasks and help on an as needed basis.

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Small Animal Patient Care Manager, provide supervision of the animal technicians (Small Animal Hospital Cleaners). Assign schedule and direct the day-to-day work of animal technicians who clean, disinfect and stock the small animal clinic. Cleaning areas include operating rooms, animal holding areas, animal treatment areas, exam rooms and common hospital areas. Performs animal technician duties as needed. This may include but not limited to: patient handling and husbandry, supporting veterinary technicians with patient care treatments, laundry, cleaning, stocking and disinfecting of the small animal areas and covering for the animal technicians as needed. Perform special projects within the VMTH, and miscellaneous tasks and help on an as needed basis.

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

07/15/2025 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

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

• No minimum education required.
• Experience directing staff on daily activities and providing coaching.
• Experience training and/or teaching.
• Experience working with disinfectants and cleaning products.
• Interpersonal oral and written communication skills to interact with a diverse group of student’s staff and clients.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a supervisor in a veterinary clinic.
• Experience using safe animal handling and restraint techniques for a wide variety of small animal patients.
• Experience with small animal husbandry.
• Knowledge of common hospital pathogens and methods of disinfection.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Service Support
• 50% - Supervision
  
  

Department Overview

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Small Animal Technician Supervisor 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 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

• $1,500 Continuing Education annual allowance
• 80 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: $67,700.00 - $120,500.00 /annual
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 21
• UC Job Title: ANML CARE SUPV 1
• UC Job Code: 006250
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday through Thursday 6pm-5am. Some training will happen during day shift
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• 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
• 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 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 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

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC Community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdasvispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Work holidays, weekends, occasional overtime and various hours on short notice. This position works under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.

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

• To learn more about our background check program, visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks
• 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.
• 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.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks #CA-CB

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