Small Animal Vet Tech – ICU & General Ward

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation - 3 weeks per year

14 paid Holidays annually

Sick Leave - up to 8 hours per month

Job summary

University of California - Davis is seeking a Small Animal Patient Care Technician to operate in the VMTH hospital setting, independently handling patients with life-threatening conditions while providing paraveterinary support to veterinarians. The role emphasizes continuous monitoring, medication administration, and blood-related procedures.

The position requires credentialing within 3 months, and preferred candidates may hold a California RVT license with experience in emergency care and

Qualifications

• Must possess or obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 3 months of date of hire.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience working in a Small Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician.
• Experience administering medications.
• Experience collecting blood.
• Ability to monitor and reassess emergent, critically ill patients continuously.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Small Animal Clinic Patient Care in the Intermiediate Care Ward
• 30% - Small Animal Patient Care in the General Ward
• 10% - Quasi Instructor
• 5% - Clinician Support
• 5% - Faculty Care

Skills

Veterinary experience

Medication administration

Blood collection

Critical care monitoring

Education

No minimum education required

Tools

Blood collection equipment

Job description

University of California - Davis is seeking a Small Animal Patient Care Technician to operate in the VMTH hospital setting, independently handling patients with life-threatening conditions while providing paraveterinary support to veterinarians. The role emphasizes continuous monitoring, medication administration, and blood-related procedures.

The position requires credentialing within 3 months, and preferred candidates may hold a California RVT license with experience in emergency care and