Independent of supervision in a hospital setting, as a significant part of daily duties, responsible for treatment of patients with life-threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis and inducing and monitoring anesthesia. Under the direction of the Small Animal Neurology Supervisor and the Neurology/Neurosurgery Service Chief, provide technical support to the Neurology/Neurosurgery service. Responsibilities include but are not limited to anesthesia induction, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation for various procedures, circulation in the operating room, training of various technical skills to students or residents, patient treatments, diagnostic sample collection and performing technical skills such as IV catheter placement, blood draws, urinary catheter placement. Additional responsibilities include client communication and education, patient admission and discharge, and working cooperatively with others to foster strong team commitments towards achieving Neurology service objectives.
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.
Apply By Date
09/01/2026 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 possess a California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license or hold a current license in another state and obtain a CA RVT license within 3 months from the date of hire.
- No minimum education required.
- Experience to independently provide treatment of patients whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis.
- Experience calculating drug dosages and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.
- Experience performing venipuncture, placing vascular catheters, inducing anesthesia, monitoring anesthesia, and recovering patients from anesthesia, working independently with and without direct supervision.
- Experience in aseptic technique, surgical clipping and patient preparation, and circulation in an O.R.
- Experience to recognize normal and abnormal parameters for patients and how to respond accordingly.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to engage effectively with diverse students, staff, clinicians, and clients and the skill to recognize and manage difficult situations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aseptic technique and circulation in an OR.
- Experience in a clinical hospital setting with various species performing sedation and anesthesia.
- Ability to recognize peri-anesthetic problems and patient concerns and to effectively communicate problems or concerns to the supervising veterinarian in a timely manner.
- Knowledge of normal laboratory values for cats and dogs.
Key Responsibilities
- 40% - Neurology / Neurosurgery Technical Support
- 30% - Surgery and Operating Room Functions
- 30% - Anesthesia Support
Department Overview
The 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 Neurology/Neurosurgery Afterhours/Weekend 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
- $750 Continuing Education annual allowance
- 60 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: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
- Shift (Work Schedule): Friday- Monday 8:30am to 7:00pm
- 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
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours