Small Animal Patient Care Assistant; ANML TCHN VMTH

Overview

Under supervision of the Small Animal Nursing shift supervisor, assist Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants and Veterinarians with prescribed medical treatments. Clean, disinfect, sanitize and stock assigned areas according to established protocols. Monitor and record patient vital functions, maintain inventory and equipment, perform hospitalization and discharge procedures according to hospital protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• No minimum license requirement.
• No minimum education required.
• Experience using safe animal handling and restraint techniques for a wide variety of small animal patients.
• Interpersonal skills to work with a diverse group of people including clients, clinicians, students and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a veterinary assistant in a small animal hospital.
• Knowledge of common hospital pathogens and methods of disinfection.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and disease processes.
• Skill to assist in the performance of veterinary medical treatments and procedures.

• 50% - Patient Care Assistance
• 50% - Service Support

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.

• Salary or Pay Range: $25.03/hr.
  
  - $29.47/hr
• Salary Frequency:
  Biweekly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  ANML TCHN VMTH
• UC Job Code: 004749
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Swing Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:30pm - 12:00am
• Location:
  
  Pritchard:
  Davis, CA
• Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

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 the Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or the 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 and your union.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans 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
• Work Life 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

• Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and employment may require background checks, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity…